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Patrick vs Andrew

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

Patrick Rank #221
Andrew Rank #68

Andrew is more popular, ranked #68 vs #221 for Patrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Patrick or Andrew more popular?

Andrew is more popular, ranked #68 compared to Patrick at #221 in the United States.

What do Patrick and Andrew mean?

Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin). Andrew means "manly, brave" (Greek origin).

Are Patrick and Andrew boy or girl names?

Patrick is primarily a boy name. Andrew is primarily a boy name.

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