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Patrick vs Lawson

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
Lawson Rank #416

Patrick is more popular, ranked #221 vs #416 for Lawson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Patrick or Lawson more popular?

Patrick is more popular, ranked #221 compared to Lawson at #416 in the United States.

What do Patrick and Lawson mean?

Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin). Lawson means "son of Lawrence" (Old English origin).

Are Patrick and Lawson boy or girl names?

Patrick is primarily a boy name. Lawson is primarily a boy name.

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