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Patrick vs Ari

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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Ari

Boy #400 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lion"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Israeli Scandinavian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#400
Total SSA Count
805
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Patrick Rank #221
Ari Rank #400

Patrick is more popular, ranked #221 vs #400 for Ari.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Patrick or Ari more popular?

Patrick is more popular, ranked #221 compared to Ari at #400 in the United States.

What do Patrick and Ari mean?

Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin). Ari means "lion" (Hebrew origin).

Are Patrick and Ari boy or girl names?

Patrick is primarily a boy name. Ari is primarily a boy name.

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