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Patrick vs Parker

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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Parker

Boy #97 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"keeper of the park, park ranger"

Origin: Old French (parcier)

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#97
Total SSA Count
3,605
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Patrick Rank #221
Parker Rank #97

Parker is more popular, ranked #97 vs #221 for Patrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Patrick or Parker more popular?

Parker is more popular, ranked #97 compared to Patrick at #221 in the United States.

What do Patrick and Parker mean?

Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin). Parker means "keeper of the park, park ranger" (Old French (parcier) origin).

Are Patrick and Parker boy or girl names?

Patrick is primarily a boy name. Parker is primarily a boy name.

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