Patrick
Meaning of Patrick
The name Patrick is a classic and enduring choice for boys, with deep historical and cultural roots. Originating from the Latin name Patricius, which means "noble" or "patrician," it has been widely embraced in various cultures, especially in Ireland where it is pronounced as PAH-trik (/ˈpɑtrɪk/). In English-speaking countries, it is commonly pronounced as PAT-rik (/ˈpætrɪk/). The name Patrick is strongly associated with Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, who is celebrated for bringing Christianity to the Irish people. Variations of the name include Pat and Paddy. Although its popularity has seen a gradual decline in recent decades within the United States—from being ranked 67th in 2000 to 224th in 2023—it remains a timeless choice that carries a sense of tradition and nobility.
Pronunciation
Irish Gaelic
- Pronunced as PAH-trik (/ˈpɑtrɪk/)
American English
- Pronunced as PAT-rik (/ˈpætrɪk/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
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Notable People Named Patrick
| Patrick Lavon Mahomes II is an accomplished American football quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs, known for his impressive college career and being selected 10th overall in the 2017 NFL Draft. |
| Sir Patrick Stewart is an accomplished English actor with a career spanning seven decades in theatre, film, television, and video games, known for his numerous award nominations and being knighted by Queen Elizabeth II for his services to drama. |
| Patrick Paul Vieira is a renowned French football manager and former player, known for his exceptional skills as a midfielder and his coaching role at Ligue 1 club Strasbourg. |
| Patrick Timothy Kane II is a prominent American professional ice hockey player known for his time with the Chicago Blackhawks and his current position with the Detroit Red Wings. |
| Patrick Aloysius Ewing Sr. is a Jamaican-American basketball coach and former professional player, known for his dominant role as the starting center for the New York Knicks and his coaching career at Georgetown University. |
| Patrick Jacques Roy is a Canadian professional ice hockey coach and former goaltender, known for his legendary career and being named one of the 100 Greatest NHL Players in history. |
| Patrick Dempsey is an American actor and racing driver, best known for his role as Derek "McDreamy" Shepherd in Grey's Anatomy and for his leading man roles in romantic films. |
| Patrick Wayne Swayze was a renowned American actor, dancer, and singer-songwriter known for his iconic lead roles and was named the "Sexiest Man Alive" by People magazine in 1991. |
| Patrick Willis - Patrick L. Willis is a former professional football player known for his career as a linebacker with the San Francisco 49ers and his college football success with the Ole Miss Rebels. |
| Daniel Patrick Macnee was an English-American actor famous for his role as secret agent John Steed in the television series The Avengers. |
| Patrick George Troughton was an English actor famous for portraying the second Doctor in the television series Doctor Who and for his roles in various fantasy, science fiction, and horror productions. |
| Patrick Joseph Wilson is an American actor known for his work in Broadway musicals and acclaimed TV series, receiving nominations for Tony Awards, Golden Globe Awards, and Primetime Emmy Awards. |
| Patrick Johannes Adams is a Canadian actor and director, best known for his role as Mike Ross in the TV series Suits, for which he received a Screen Actors Guild Awards nomination in 2012. |
| Patrick James Rothfuss is an award-winning American author, best known for The Kingkiller Chronicle trilogy, including the bestselling novels The Name of the Wind and The Wise Man's Fear. |
| Patrick Schwarzenegger - Patrick Arnold Shriver Schwarzenegger is an American actor and the son of Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver. |
