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Raphael vs Patrick

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

Raphael Rank #421
Patrick Rank #221

Patrick is more popular, ranked #221 vs #421 for Raphael.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Raphael or Patrick more popular?

Patrick is more popular, ranked #221 compared to Raphael at #421 in the United States.

What do Raphael and Patrick mean?

Raphael means "divine healer" (Hebrew origin). Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin).

Are Raphael and Patrick boy or girl names?

Raphael is primarily a boy name. Patrick is primarily a boy name.

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