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Timothy 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

Timothy Rank #208
Patrick Rank #221

Timothy is more popular, ranked #208 vs #221 for Patrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Timothy or Patrick more popular?

Timothy is more popular, ranked #208 compared to Patrick at #221 in the United States.

What do Timothy and Patrick mean?

Timothy means "honoring God" (Greek origin). Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin).

Are Timothy and Patrick boy or girl names?

Timothy is primarily a boy name. Patrick is primarily a boy name.

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