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Patrick vs Oscar

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
Oscar Rank #217

Oscar is more popular, ranked #217 vs #221 for Patrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Patrick or Oscar more popular?

Oscar is more popular, ranked #217 compared to Patrick at #221 in the United States.

What do Patrick and Oscar mean?

Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin). Oscar means "God's spear" (Old English origin).

Are Patrick and Oscar boy or girl names?

Patrick is primarily a boy name. Oscar is primarily a boy name.

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