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Lincoln vs Patrick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lincoln

Boy #73 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lake colony, settlement by the pool"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American British Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#73
Total SSA Count
4,567
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

Lincoln Rank #73
Patrick Rank #221

Lincoln is more popular, ranked #73 vs #221 for Patrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lincoln or Patrick more popular?

Lincoln is more popular, ranked #73 compared to Patrick at #221 in the United States.

What do Lincoln and Patrick mean?

Lincoln means "lake colony, settlement by the pool" (Old English origin). Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin).

Are Lincoln and Patrick boy or girl names?

Lincoln is primarily a boy name. Patrick is primarily a boy name.

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