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Christian 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

Christian Rank #77
Patrick Rank #221

Christian is more popular, ranked #77 vs #221 for Patrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Christian or Patrick more popular?

Christian is more popular, ranked #77 compared to Patrick at #221 in the United States.

What do Christian and Patrick mean?

Christian means "follower of Christ" (Latin (christianus) origin). Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin).

Are Christian and Patrick boy or girl names?

Christian is primarily a boy name. Patrick is primarily a boy name.

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