Dylan vs Patrick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dylan

Boy #28 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of the sea"

Origin: Welsh mythology

Welsh English American Irish

✓ All Clear

Boy #221 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"patrician, of noble birth"

Origin: Latin

Irish English Scottish American

8 High Risk

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Dylan Rank #28

Patrick Rank #221

Dylan is more popular, ranked #28 vs #221 for Patrick.

Is Dylan or Patrick more popular?

Dylan is more popular, ranked #28 compared to Patrick at #221 in the United States.

What do Dylan and Patrick mean?

Dylan means "son of the sea" (Welsh mythology origin). Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin).

Are Dylan and Patrick boy or girl names?

Dylan is primarily a boy name. Patrick is primarily a boy name.