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Patrick vs Colter

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
Colter Rank #218

Colter is more popular, ranked #218 vs #221 for Patrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Patrick or Colter more popular?

Colter is more popular, ranked #218 compared to Patrick at #221 in the United States.

What do Patrick and Colter mean?

Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin). Colter means "colt herder, horse keeper" (Middle English origin).

Are Patrick and Colter boy or girl names?

Patrick is primarily a boy name. Colter is primarily a boy name.

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