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Ferrin vs Patrick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ferrin

Boy #20,697 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little man, young warrior"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Celtic Contemporary

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#20,697
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
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

Ferrin Rank #20,697
Patrick Rank #221

Patrick is more popular, ranked #221 vs #20697 for Ferrin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ferrin or Patrick more popular?

Patrick is more popular, ranked #221 compared to Ferrin at #20697 in the United States.

What do Ferrin and Patrick mean?

Ferrin means "little man, young warrior" (Irish Gaelic origin). Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin).

Are Ferrin and Patrick boy or girl names?

Ferrin is primarily a boy name. Patrick is primarily a boy name.

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