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Patrick vs Hunter

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
Hunter Rank #128

Hunter is more popular, ranked #128 vs #221 for Patrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Patrick or Hunter more popular?

Hunter is more popular, ranked #128 compared to Patrick at #221 in the United States.

What do Patrick and Hunter mean?

Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin). Hunter means "one who hunts" (Old English origin).

Are Patrick and Hunter boy or girl names?

Patrick is primarily a boy name. Hunter is primarily a boy name.

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