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Jackson 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

Jackson Rank #35
Patrick Rank #221

Jackson is more popular, ranked #35 vs #221 for Patrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jackson or Patrick more popular?

Jackson is more popular, ranked #35 compared to Patrick at #221 in the United States.

What do Jackson and Patrick mean?

Jackson means "son of Jack" (English patronymic surname origin). Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin).

Are Jackson and Patrick boy or girl names?

Jackson is primarily a boy name. Patrick is primarily a boy name.

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