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Thomas 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

Thomas Rank #39
Patrick Rank #221

Thomas is more popular, ranked #39 vs #221 for Patrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Thomas or Patrick more popular?

Thomas is more popular, ranked #39 compared to Patrick at #221 in the United States.

What do Thomas and Patrick mean?

Thomas means "Twin" (Aramaic origin). Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin).

Are Thomas and Patrick boy or girl names?

Thomas is primarily a boy name. Patrick is primarily a boy name.

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