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Patrick
Meaning: nobleman · Origin: Latin · Gender: usually a boy's name
Origin & history
From Latin patricius, 'nobleman'. Saint Patrick is the patron saint of Ireland.
Famous people named Patrick
- Saint Patrick
- Patrick Stewart (actor)
Nicknames
Pat, Paddy, Rick
Variants & related names
Pádraig, Patricio, Patrizio
Patrick name art
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FAQ
What does the name Patrick mean?
Patrick means “nobleman”. It comes from Latin.
Is Patrick a popular name?
Patrick is a classic boys' name that has been used for generations in the English-speaking world. For its current rank, see the US Social Security Administration or UK Office for National Statistics baby-name lists.
What are nicknames for Patrick?
Pat, Paddy, Rick.
What are other forms of Patrick?
Pádraig, Patricio, Patrizio.
Similar names
Max · Felix · Paul · Emiliano · Lorenzo · Marcus
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Sources: standard name etymology references (e.g. Behind the Name, Oxford Dictionary of First Names); popularity from US SSA and UK ONS baby-name data. Meanings of old names are often debated — where scholars disagree we say so.