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Ryder vs Patrick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ryder

Boy #134 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"horseman, knight"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#134
Total SSA Count
2,694
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

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

Ryder Rank #134
Patrick Rank #221

Ryder is more popular, ranked #134 vs #221 for Patrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ryder or Patrick more popular?

Ryder is more popular, ranked #134 compared to Patrick at #221 in the United States.

What do Ryder and Patrick mean?

Ryder means "horseman, knight" (Old English origin). Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin).

Are Ryder and Patrick boy or girl names?

Ryder is primarily a boy name. Patrick is primarily a boy name.

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