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Caden vs Patrick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Patrick

Boy #221 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"patrician, of noble birth"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Irish English Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#221
Total SSA Count
1,622
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Caden Rank #211
Patrick Rank #221

Caden is more popular, ranked #211 vs #221 for Patrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Caden or Patrick more popular?

Caden is more popular, ranked #211 compared to Patrick at #221 in the United States.

What do Caden and Patrick mean?

Caden means "little fire" (Old Irish (Aodhán) origin). Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin).

Are Caden and Patrick boy or girl names?

Caden is primarily a boy name. Patrick is primarily a boy name.

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