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Patrick vs Apollo

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
Apollo Rank #415

Patrick is more popular, ranked #221 vs #415 for Apollo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Patrick or Apollo more popular?

Patrick is more popular, ranked #221 compared to Apollo at #415 in the United States.

What do Patrick and Apollo mean?

Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin). Apollo means "strength, manly beauty" (Greek origin).

Are Patrick and Apollo boy or girl names?

Patrick is primarily a boy name. Apollo is primarily a boy name.

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