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Miles vs Patrick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Miles

Boy #37 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"soldier, warrior"

Origin: Latin miles meaning soldier

Cultural Roots

English Latin Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#37
Total SSA Count
6,611
Syllables
1
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

Miles Rank #37
Patrick Rank #221

Miles is more popular, ranked #37 vs #221 for Patrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Miles or Patrick more popular?

Miles is more popular, ranked #37 compared to Patrick at #221 in the United States.

What do Miles and Patrick mean?

Miles means "soldier, warrior" (Latin miles meaning soldier origin). Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin).

Are Miles and Patrick boy or girl names?

Miles is primarily a boy name. Patrick is primarily a boy name.

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