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Owen vs Patrick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Owen

Boy #26 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"young warrior"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh Irish English Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#26
Total SSA Count
7,574
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

Owen Rank #26
Patrick Rank #221

Owen is more popular, ranked #26 vs #221 for Patrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Owen or Patrick more popular?

Owen is more popular, ranked #26 compared to Patrick at #221 in the United States.

What do Owen and Patrick mean?

Owen means "young warrior" (Welsh origin). Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin).

Are Owen and Patrick boy or girl names?

Owen is primarily a boy name. Patrick is primarily a boy name.

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