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Patrick vs Jesse

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
Jesse Rank #187

Jesse is more popular, ranked #187 vs #221 for Patrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Patrick or Jesse more popular?

Jesse is more popular, ranked #187 compared to Patrick at #221 in the United States.

What do Patrick and Jesse mean?

Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin). Jesse means "wealthy" (Hebrew origin).

Are Patrick and Jesse boy or girl names?

Patrick is primarily a boy name. Jesse is primarily a boy name.

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