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Patrick vs Finley

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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Finley

Boy #290 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"fair-haired hero; white warrior"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#290
Total SSA Count
1,153
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Patrick Rank #221
Finley Rank #290

Patrick is more popular, ranked #221 vs #290 for Finley.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Patrick or Finley more popular?

Patrick is more popular, ranked #221 compared to Finley at #290 in the United States.

What do Patrick and Finley mean?

Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin). Finley means "fair-haired hero; white warrior" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Patrick and Finley boy or girl names?

Patrick is primarily a boy name. Finley is primarily a boy name.

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