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Patrick vs Charles

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
Charles Rank #51

Charles is more popular, ranked #51 vs #221 for Patrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Patrick or Charles more popular?

Charles is more popular, ranked #51 compared to Patrick at #221 in the United States.

What do Patrick and Charles mean?

Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin). Charles means "free man" (Germanic origin).

Are Patrick and Charles boy or girl names?

Patrick is primarily a boy name. Charles is primarily a boy name.

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