Patrick
Patrick is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Nobleman or patrician.
Origin and history
Patrick derives from the Latin name Patricius, meaning 'noble' or 'patrician'. While traditionally used primarily for males, it has historically seen rare usage for females in the United States. In recent years, female registrations of the name have become extremely rare.
Popularity in the United States
2,834 babies in the United States have been named Patrick since 1880. It ranks #3331 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- NY (26.2 %)
- CA (24.1 %)
- TX (17 %)
- IL (5.9 %)
- OH (3.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 6 |
| 1910-1920 | 18 |
| 1920-1930 | 89 |
| 1930-1940 | 110 |
| 1940-1950 | 184 |
| 1950-1960 | 284 |
| 1960-1970 | 521 |
| 1970-1980 | 558 |
| 1980-1990 | 745 |
| 1990-2000 | 228 |
| 2000-2010 | 81 |
| 2010-2019 | 10 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Nicknames
Pat, Patty, Patsy, Paddy
Fun facts
- Over 2,800 females in the United States have been registered with the first name Patrick since 1880.
- The name stems from the Latin word 'patricius', referring to the ancient Roman noble class.