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Patrick vs Jonah

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
Jonah Rank #126

Jonah is more popular, ranked #126 vs #221 for Patrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Patrick or Jonah more popular?

Jonah is more popular, ranked #126 compared to Patrick at #221 in the United States.

What do Patrick and Jonah mean?

Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin). Jonah means "dove" (Hebrew origin).

Are Patrick and Jonah boy or girl names?

Patrick is primarily a boy name. Jonah is primarily a boy name.

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