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Parker vs Patrick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Parker

Boy #97 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"keeper of the park, park ranger"

Origin: Old French (parcier)

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#97
Total SSA Count
3,605
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

Parker Rank #97
Patrick Rank #221

Parker is more popular, ranked #97 vs #221 for Patrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Parker or Patrick more popular?

Parker is more popular, ranked #97 compared to Patrick at #221 in the United States.

What do Parker and Patrick mean?

Parker means "keeper of the park, park ranger" (Old French (parcier) origin). Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin).

Are Parker and Patrick boy or girl names?

Parker is primarily a boy name. Patrick is primarily a boy name.

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