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Callum 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

Callum Rank #159
Patrick Rank #221

Callum is more popular, ranked #159 vs #221 for Patrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Callum or Patrick more popular?

Callum is more popular, ranked #159 compared to Patrick at #221 in the United States.

What do Callum and Patrick mean?

Callum means "dove" (Latin via Scottish Gaelic origin). Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin).

Are Callum and Patrick boy or girl names?

Callum is primarily a boy name. Patrick is primarily a boy name.

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