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Reid vs Patrick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Reid

Boy #300 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"red-haired, ruddy complexion"

Origin: Old Scottish/Old English

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#300
Total SSA Count
1,118
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Reid Rank #300
Patrick Rank #221

Patrick is more popular, ranked #221 vs #300 for Reid.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Reid or Patrick more popular?

Patrick is more popular, ranked #221 compared to Reid at #300 in the United States.

What do Reid and Patrick mean?

Reid means "red-haired, ruddy complexion" (Old Scottish/Old English origin). Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin).

Are Reid and Patrick boy or girl names?

Reid is primarily a boy name. Patrick is primarily a boy name.

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