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Patrick vs Colson

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
Colson Rank #355

Patrick is more popular, ranked #221 vs #355 for Colson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Patrick or Colson more popular?

Patrick is more popular, ranked #221 compared to Colson at #355 in the United States.

What do Patrick and Colson mean?

Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin). Colson means "son of Cole" (Old English patronymic origin).

Are Patrick and Colson boy or girl names?

Patrick is primarily a boy name. Colson is primarily a boy name.

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