Zachary 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

Zachary Rank #194
Patrick Rank #221

Zachary is more popular, ranked #194 vs #221 for Patrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zachary or Patrick more popular?

Zachary is more popular, ranked #194 compared to Patrick at #221 in the United States.

What do Zachary and Patrick mean?

Zachary means "God has remembered" (Hebrew origin). Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin).

Are Zachary and Patrick boy or girl names?

Zachary is primarily a boy name. Patrick is primarily a boy name.

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