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Patton vs Laurence

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Patton

Boy #2,307 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Patrick's town, fighter's settlement"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Scottish Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,307
Total SSA Count
61
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Laurence

Boy #2,194 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from Laurentum; laurel-crowned"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

French English Irish American Belgian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,194
Total SSA Count
66
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Patton Rank #2,307
Laurence Rank #2,194

Laurence is more popular, ranked #2194 vs #2307 for Patton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Patton or Laurence more popular?

Laurence is more popular, ranked #2194 compared to Patton at #2307 in the United States.

What do Patton and Laurence mean?

Patton means "Patrick's town, fighter's settlement" (Old English origin). Laurence means "from Laurentum; laurel-crowned" (Latin origin).

Are Patton and Laurence boy or girl names?

Patton is primarily a boy name. Laurence is primarily a boy name.

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