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Patrick vs Caden

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
Caden Rank #211

Caden is more popular, ranked #211 vs #221 for Patrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Patrick or Caden more popular?

Caden is more popular, ranked #211 compared to Patrick at #221 in the United States.

What do Patrick and Caden mean?

Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin). Caden means "little fire" (Old Irish (Aodhán) origin).

Are Patrick and Caden boy or girl names?

Patrick is primarily a boy name. Caden is primarily a boy name.

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