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Patrick vs Colt

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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Colt

Boy #276 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"frisky, energetic youth"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#276
Total SSA Count
1,224
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Patrick Rank #221
Colt Rank #276

Patrick is more popular, ranked #221 vs #276 for Colt.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Patrick or Colt more popular?

Patrick is more popular, ranked #221 compared to Colt at #276 in the United States.

What do Patrick and Colt mean?

Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin). Colt means "frisky, energetic youth" (Old English origin).

Are Patrick and Colt boy or girl names?

Patrick is primarily a boy name. Colt is primarily a boy name.

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