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Patrick vs Hudson

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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Hudson

Boy #22 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Hudd"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

American English Canadian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#22
Total SSA Count
7,990
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Patrick Rank #221
Hudson Rank #22

Hudson is more popular, ranked #22 vs #221 for Patrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Patrick or Hudson more popular?

Hudson is more popular, ranked #22 compared to Patrick at #221 in the United States.

What do Patrick and Hudson mean?

Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin). Hudson means "son of Hudd" (English origin).

Are Patrick and Hudson boy or girl names?

Patrick is primarily a boy name. Hudson is primarily a boy name.

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