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Cameron vs Patrick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cameron

Boy #66 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"crooked river, winding stream"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish American British Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#66
Total SSA Count
4,817
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Cameron Rank #66
Patrick Rank #221

Cameron is more popular, ranked #66 vs #221 for Patrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cameron or Patrick more popular?

Cameron is more popular, ranked #66 compared to Patrick at #221 in the United States.

What do Cameron and Patrick mean?

Cameron means "crooked river, winding stream" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin).

Are Cameron and Patrick boy or girl names?

Cameron is primarily a boy name. Patrick is primarily a boy name.

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