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Patrick vs Bryce

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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Bryce

Boy #297 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"speckled, freckled"

Origin: Gaulish/Celtic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Welsh American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#297
Total SSA Count
1,127
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Patrick Rank #221
Bryce Rank #297

Patrick is more popular, ranked #221 vs #297 for Bryce.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Patrick or Bryce more popular?

Patrick is more popular, ranked #221 compared to Bryce at #297 in the United States.

What do Patrick and Bryce mean?

Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin). Bryce means "speckled, freckled" (Gaulish/Celtic origin).

Are Patrick and Bryce boy or girl names?

Patrick is primarily a boy name. Bryce is primarily a boy name.

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