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Patrick vs Atticus

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
Atticus Rank #277

Patrick is more popular, ranked #221 vs #277 for Atticus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Patrick or Atticus more popular?

Patrick is more popular, ranked #221 compared to Atticus at #277 in the United States.

What do Patrick and Atticus mean?

Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin). Atticus means "from Attica, man of Athens" (Latin from Greek origin).

Are Patrick and Atticus boy or girl names?

Patrick is primarily a boy name. Atticus is primarily a boy name.

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