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Patrick vs King

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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King

Boy #343 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"king, ruler, monarch"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#343
Total SSA Count
1,001
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Patrick Rank #221
King Rank #343

Patrick is more popular, ranked #221 vs #343 for King.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Patrick or King more popular?

Patrick is more popular, ranked #221 compared to King at #343 in the United States.

What do Patrick and King mean?

Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin). King means "king, ruler, monarch" (Old English origin).

Are Patrick and King boy or girl names?

Patrick is primarily a boy name. King is primarily a boy name.

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