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Tate 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

Tate Rank #210
Patrick Rank #221

Tate is more popular, ranked #210 vs #221 for Patrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tate or Patrick more popular?

Tate is more popular, ranked #210 compared to Patrick at #221 in the United States.

What do Tate and Patrick mean?

Tate means "cheerful, pleasant" (Old English origin). Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin).

Are Tate and Patrick boy or girl names?

Tate is primarily a boy name. Patrick is primarily a boy name.

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