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Jacob vs Patrick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jacob

Boy #41 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Supplanter; one who follows at the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Jewish German Dutch Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#41
Total SSA Count
6,496
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

Jacob Rank #41
Patrick Rank #221

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 vs #221 for Patrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jacob or Patrick more popular?

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 compared to Patrick at #221 in the United States.

What do Jacob and Patrick mean?

Jacob means "Supplanter; one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin).

Are Jacob and Patrick boy or girl names?

Jacob is primarily a boy name. Patrick is primarily a boy name.

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