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Patrick vs Cameron

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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Cameron

Boy #66 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"crooked river, winding stream"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish American British Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#66
Total SSA Count
4,817
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Patrick Rank #221
Cameron Rank #66

Cameron is more popular, ranked #66 vs #221 for Patrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Patrick or Cameron more popular?

Cameron is more popular, ranked #66 compared to Patrick at #221 in the United States.

What do Patrick and Cameron mean?

Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin). Cameron means "crooked river, winding stream" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Patrick and Cameron boy or girl names?

Patrick is primarily a boy name. Cameron is primarily a boy name.

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