Padraig
Meaning of Padraig
Originating from Ireland, the name Padraig is a traditional Irish name with deep cultural significance. It is the Irish form of the name Patrick and shares its meaning, "noble" or "patrician." In Irish pronunciation, it is pronounced as PAH-drig (/ˈpˠa.d̪ˠɾˠəɟ/). The name Padraig has been consistently used in the United States over the years, with occasional fluctuations in popularity. Although not among the most frequently chosen names, it remains a distinctive choice for parents seeking an Irish heritage or a unique and meaningful name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
Irish
- Pronunced as PAH-drig (/ˈpˠa.d̪ˠɾˠəɟ/)
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Notable People Named Padraig
| Padraig Faulkner is an Irish Gaelic footballer known for playing as a full back for Kingscourt Stars and the Cavan county team. |
| Pádraig Amond is an Irish professional footballer known for his role as a striker at National League club Woking. |
| Pádraig Peter Harrington is an accomplished Irish professional golfer with three major championships and a long-standing presence in the top-10 world rankings. |
| Pádraig Walsh is an Irish hurler known for playing as a centre back for the Kilkenny Senior Championship club Tullaroan and the Kilkenny senior hurling team. |
| Pádraig Flynn is a former Irish politician who held various ministerial positions and served as European Commissioner for Social Affairs. |
| Pádraig Ó Snodaigh is an Irish language activist, poet, writer, and publisher who has made significant contributions to the promotion of the Irish language and culture. |
| Pádraig Ó Tuama is an Irish poet, theologian, and conflict mediator. |
| Pádraig J. Daly OSA is a contemporary Irish poet known for his literary contributions. |
