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Patrick vs Sawyer

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
Sawyer Rank #132

Sawyer is more popular, ranked #132 vs #221 for Patrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Patrick or Sawyer more popular?

Sawyer is more popular, ranked #132 compared to Patrick at #221 in the United States.

What do Patrick and Sawyer mean?

Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin). Sawyer means "one who saws wood" (Middle English origin).

Are Patrick and Sawyer boy or girl names?

Patrick is primarily a boy name. Sawyer is primarily a boy name.

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