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Patrick vs Jeremy

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
Jeremy Rank #266

Patrick is more popular, ranked #221 vs #266 for Jeremy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Patrick or Jeremy more popular?

Patrick is more popular, ranked #221 compared to Jeremy at #266 in the United States.

What do Patrick and Jeremy mean?

Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin). Jeremy means "God will raise up" (Hebrew origin).

Are Patrick and Jeremy boy or girl names?

Patrick is primarily a boy name. Jeremy is primarily a boy name.

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