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Patrick vs Charlie

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
Charlie Rank #176

Charlie is more popular, ranked #176 vs #221 for Patrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Patrick or Charlie more popular?

Charlie is more popular, ranked #176 compared to Patrick at #221 in the United States.

What do Patrick and Charlie mean?

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

Are Patrick and Charlie boy or girl names?

Patrick is primarily a boy name. Charlie is primarily a boy name.

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