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Myles vs Patrick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Myles

Boy #99 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"soldier, merciful"

Origin: Latin (miles, soldier)

Cultural Roots

English Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#99
Total SSA Count
3,551
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

Myles Rank #99
Patrick Rank #221

Myles is more popular, ranked #99 vs #221 for Patrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Myles or Patrick more popular?

Myles is more popular, ranked #99 compared to Patrick at #221 in the United States.

What do Myles and Patrick mean?

Myles means "soldier, merciful" (Latin (miles, soldier) origin). Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin).

Are Myles and Patrick boy or girl names?

Myles is primarily a boy name. Patrick is primarily a boy name.

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