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Waylon 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

Waylon Rank #65
Patrick Rank #221

Waylon is more popular, ranked #65 vs #221 for Patrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Waylon or Patrick more popular?

Waylon is more popular, ranked #65 compared to Patrick at #221 in the United States.

What do Waylon and Patrick mean?

Waylon means "wayside land, roadside settlement" (Old English origin). Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin).

Are Waylon and Patrick boy or girl names?

Waylon is primarily a boy name. Patrick is primarily a boy name.

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