Pattie
Pattie is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Noble or of noble birth.
Origin and history
Pattie is a diminutive of Patricia, which derives from the Latin word patricius meaning noble. It became popular in the United States during the mid-20th century as a friendly, informal alternative to Patricia. Though rarely given as an official full name today, it retains a classic mid-century charm.
Popularity in the United States
9,504 babies in the United States have been named Pattie since 1880. It ranks #1708 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- NC (27.7 %)
- VA (11.4 %)
- TX (9.5 %)
- CA (5.2 %)
- TN (5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 245 |
| 1890-1900 | 323 |
| 1900-1910 | 326 |
| 1910-1920 | 685 |
| 1920-1930 | 999 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,213 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,286 |
| 1950-1960 | 2,109 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,722 |
| 1970-1980 | 418 |
| 1980-1990 | 134 |
| 1990-2000 | 38 |
| 2000-2010 | 6 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Pattie
- Pattie Boyd: Model, Photographer
- Pattie Labelle: Singer, Actress
Nicknames
Pat
Fun facts
- Pattie emerged as a slightly more elaborate spelling of the mid-century favorite Patty.
- The root term patricius referred to the privileged social class of ancient Rome.