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Oscar 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

Oscar Rank #217
Patrick Rank #221

Oscar is more popular, ranked #217 vs #221 for Patrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oscar or Patrick more popular?

Oscar is more popular, ranked #217 compared to Patrick at #221 in the United States.

What do Oscar and Patrick mean?

Oscar means "God's spear" (Old English origin). Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin).

Are Oscar and Patrick boy or girl names?

Oscar is primarily a boy name. Patrick is primarily a boy name.

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