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Kingston 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

Kingston Rank #178
Patrick Rank #221

Kingston is more popular, ranked #178 vs #221 for Patrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kingston or Patrick more popular?

Kingston is more popular, ranked #178 compared to Patrick at #221 in the United States.

What do Kingston and Patrick mean?

Kingston means "king's town" (Old English origin). Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin).

Are Kingston and Patrick boy or girl names?

Kingston is primarily a boy name. Patrick is primarily a boy name.

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