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Simon vs Patrick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Simon

Boy #251 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"he has heard, God has heard"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English French German Scandinavian Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#251
Total SSA Count
1,402
Syllables
2
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

Simon Rank #251
Patrick Rank #221

Patrick is more popular, ranked #221 vs #251 for Simon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Simon or Patrick more popular?

Patrick is more popular, ranked #221 compared to Simon at #251 in the United States.

What do Simon and Patrick mean?

Simon means "he has heard, God has heard" (Hebrew origin). Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin).

Are Simon and Patrick boy or girl names?

Simon is primarily a boy name. Patrick is primarily a boy name.

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