Name comparison
Michael vs Patricia
Michael is the more common of the two, with roughly 6.8x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Michael | Patricia |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 5,500,000 | 811,799 |
| Global rank | #1 | #35 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 1,455 | 1 in 9,855 |
| Origin | Hebrew | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.5%) | Female (99.7%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 3,532,665 | 811,799 |
How they differ
Michael has approximately 5.5M living bearers compared to 812k for Patricia - a ratio of about 6.8x.
Michael originates from Hebrew (Mikha'el - 'who is like God?'). Patricia originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Michael or Patricia more popular?
Michael is more popular worldwide, with approximately 5,500,000 estimated living bearers compared to 811,799 for Patricia. That is roughly 6.8x more bearers of Michael.
What is the difference in origin between Michael and Patricia?
Michael originates from Hebrew. Patricia originates from unknown sources.
Are Michael and Patricia used for the same gender?
Michael is 99.5% male, while Patricia is 0.3% male.
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