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Patrick vs Cayden

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
Cayden Rank #350

Patrick is more popular, ranked #221 vs #350 for Cayden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Patrick or Cayden more popular?

Patrick is more popular, ranked #221 compared to Cayden at #350 in the United States.

What do Patrick and Cayden mean?

Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin). Cayden means "battle (possible Irish Gaelic root)" (Irish (Cadan) origin).

Are Patrick and Cayden boy or girl names?

Patrick is primarily a boy name. Cayden is primarily a boy name.

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