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Lane vs Patrick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lane

Boy #261 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"narrow road, path"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#261
Total SSA Count
1,331
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

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

Lane Rank #261
Patrick Rank #221

Patrick is more popular, ranked #221 vs #261 for Lane.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lane or Patrick more popular?

Patrick is more popular, ranked #221 compared to Lane at #261 in the United States.

What do Lane and Patrick mean?

Lane means "narrow road, path" (Old English origin). Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin).

Are Lane and Patrick boy or girl names?

Lane is primarily a boy name. Patrick is primarily a boy name.

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