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Patrick vs Ashton

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
Ashton Rank #188

Ashton is more popular, ranked #188 vs #221 for Patrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Patrick or Ashton more popular?

Ashton is more popular, ranked #188 compared to Patrick at #221 in the United States.

What do Patrick and Ashton mean?

Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin). Ashton means "ash tree town" (Old English origin).

Are Patrick and Ashton boy or girl names?

Patrick is primarily a boy name. Ashton is primarily a boy name.

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