"patrician, of noble birth"
Origin: Latin
Language: English
Patrick
Pronunciation: [ p-ATR-ihk ]
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"noble Roman citizen"
Origin: Latin
Language: Latin
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The Story of Patrick
Patrick derives from the Latin 'Patricius,' meaning 'of noble birth' or 'patrician' — the class of aristocratic Roman citizens. The name entered Irish culture through Saint Patrick (c. 385–461 AD), the Romano-British missionary who became the patron saint of Ireland. Born Maewyn Succat, he adopted the Latin name Patricius. His legendary evangelization of Ireland — including the famous shamrock explanation of the Trinity — made the name synonymous with Irish identity for over 1,500 years.
Patrick was the #1 name in Ireland for most of the 20th century. In the US, it peaked in the 1950s-60s alongside large Irish-American communities. Though less dominant now, it remains a top-200 name and enjoys particular popularity among families of Irish heritage.
Saint Patrick's Day (March 17) is one of the world's most celebrated national/religious holidays, observed in nearly every country with Irish diaspora. Patrick is deeply woven into Irish national identity — the shamrock, the color green, and the Celtic cross are all associated with St. Patrick's legacy.
Historical Record
Patrick first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 593,852 babies have been named Patrick in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Patrick is past its peak , currently ranked #221 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- St. Patrick's Day is celebrated in more countries than any other national saint's day
- St. Patrick was not actually Irish — he was Romano-British, likely from Wales
- Patrick Stewart, Patrick Mahomes, and Patrick Swayze all share this distinguished name
Patrick in Other Languages
Irish
Pádraig
Latin
Patricius
French
Patrice
German
Patrick
Italian
Patrizio
Spanish
Patricio
Scottish Gaelic
Pàdraig
Popularity Over Time
#221
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 1964
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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Romano-British missionary and patron saint of Ireland who brought Christianity to the island in the 5th century
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #221
- Total SSA Count
- 1,622
- Cultural Origins
- Irish English Scottish American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Pat
Paddy
Rick
Patty
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Frequently Asked Questions About Patrick
What does the name Patrick mean?
"patrician, of noble birth" (from Latin). "noble Roman citizen" (from Latin). Patrick derives from the Latin 'Patricius,' meaning 'of noble birth' or 'patrician' — the class of aristocratic Roman citizens. The name entered Irish culture through Saint Patrick (c. 385–461 AD), the Romano-British missionary who became the patron saint of Ireland. Born Maewyn Succat, he adopted the Latin name Patricius. His legendary evangelization of Ireland — including the famous shamrock explanation of the Trinity — made the name synonymous with Irish identity for over 1,500 years.
What is the origin of the name Patrick?
Patrick has Latin, Irish, English, Scottish, and American origins. In Latin, it means "patrician, of noble birth". In Latin, it means "noble Roman citizen".
Is Patrick a boy or girl name?
Patrick is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #221. As a girl name, it is ranked #70435. Patrick is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Patrick?
Patrick is pronounced p-ATR-ihk.
How popular is the name Patrick?
Patrick is currently ranked #221 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Patrick?
Common nicknames for Patrick include Pat, Paddy, Rick, and Patty.
What are good middle names for Patrick?
Popular middle name pairings include Patrick James, Patrick Michael, Patrick John, Patrick Joseph, Patrick Thomas, Patrick Henry, and Patrick Gerard.
What are good sibling names for Patrick?
Names that pair well with Patrick as siblings include Brigid, Siobhan, Colm, Finn, Maeve, Declan, Aoife, and Niall.
How many syllables does Patrick have?
Patrick has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Patrick a common or rare name?
Patrick is a popular name, ranked #221 for boys. It is well-known without being overused.
What boy names are similar to Patrick?
Are there other spellings for Patrick?
Related spellings include Patricio.
About the Name Patrick
Patrick is a boy name with Irish, English, Scottish, and American origins . The name means "patrician, of noble birth" in Latin .
Is Patrick a boy or girl name? Patrick is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #221 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #70,435. Patrick is more commonly used as a boy name.
Patrick is currently ranked #221 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Patrick has 2 syllables and is pronounced p-ATR-ihk, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Patrick include Pat, Paddy, Rick, and Patty. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Patrick include Patricio . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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