Patrik
Patrik is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Nobleman or patrician.
Origin and history
Patrik is a regional variant of Patrick, derived from the Latin term 'patricius'. It is widely used across Slavic, Scandinavian, and Central European countries. In the United States, Patrik is a rare alternative spelling of the traditional classic Patrick.
Popularity in the United States
692 babies in the United States have been named Patrik since 1880. It ranks #3984 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1892.
States where it is most popular
- CA (100 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 15 |
| 1970-1980 | 47 |
| 1980-1990 | 94 |
| 1990-2000 | 234 |
| 2000-2010 | 187 |
| 2010-2019 | 80 |
| 2020-2029 | 35 |
Famous people named Patrik
- Patrik Elias: Athlete, Ice Hockey Player
- Patrik Laine: Athlete, Ice Hockey Player
- Patrik Berger: Athlete, Soccer Player
Nicknames
Pat, Patty, Rick
Fun facts
- While rare in the US, Patrik is a common top-ranked name in countries such as Slovakia, Sweden, and the Czech Republic.
- The name stems from the Latin word 'patricius', referring to the elite ruling class of ancient Rome.