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Kian vs Patrick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kian

Boy #417 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ancient, enduring"

Origin: Old Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish Persian English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#417
Total SSA Count
765
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

Kian Rank #417
Patrick Rank #221

Patrick is more popular, ranked #221 vs #417 for Kian.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kian or Patrick more popular?

Patrick is more popular, ranked #221 compared to Kian at #417 in the United States.

What do Kian and Patrick mean?

Kian means "ancient, enduring" (Old Irish origin). Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin).

Are Kian and Patrick boy or girl names?

Kian is primarily a boy name. Patrick is primarily a boy name.

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