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Jeremy 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

Jeremy Rank #266
Patrick Rank #221

Patrick is more popular, ranked #221 vs #266 for Jeremy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jeremy or Patrick more popular?

Patrick is more popular, ranked #221 compared to Jeremy at #266 in the United States.

What do Jeremy and Patrick mean?

Jeremy means "God will raise up" (Hebrew origin). Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin).

Are Jeremy and Patrick boy or girl names?

Jeremy is primarily a boy name. Patrick is primarily a boy name.

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