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Patrick vs Kingston

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
Kingston Rank #178

Kingston is more popular, ranked #178 vs #221 for Patrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Patrick or Kingston more popular?

Kingston is more popular, ranked #178 compared to Patrick at #221 in the United States.

What do Patrick and Kingston mean?

Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin). Kingston means "king's town" (Old English origin).

Are Patrick and Kingston boy or girl names?

Patrick is primarily a boy name. Kingston is primarily a boy name.

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