Patrick

Patrick is an English first name with Latin roots. It originates from the Latin name Patricius and the adjective patricius, which means 'noble, aristocratic, patrician'.

What does the name Patrick mean?

The name Patrick is often translated as 'the noble' or 'the aristocrat'. In the Middle Ages, it was particularly common in England and Ireland, which is linked to the veneration of Saint Patrick of Ireland. This Irish bishop is still regarded as the national saint in Ireland. In honor of Saint Patrick, Saint Patrick's Day is celebrated in Ireland on March 17. In Germany, the name Patrick was relatively unknown for a long time, but gained popularity towards the end of the 20th century and became one of the most common boys' names. However, in recent years, the popularity of the name has significantly declined. Alternatives to Patrick include the spellings Patric and Patrik, with the latter being particularly common in Sweden and the Czech Republic. In France, the form is Patrice. In English-speaking countries, especially in North America, the short form Pat is also commonly used.

Where does the name Patrick come from?

The name Patrick has its origins in the Latin Patricius, which means 'noble' or 'patrician'. In ancient times, this was likely a nickname for the aristocratic class. It is believed that the name Patrick arrived in England and Ireland in various ways. In England, the name is derived from the French variant Patrice, while in Ireland it originated from the Irish Gaelic Pádraig (also Pádraic). The Latin

How do you pronounce Patrick?

The name Patrick is pronounced in German as two syllables and is clearly articulated. It is usually pronounced as 'Pa-trick' [ˈpatʁɪk], with the short A providing a distinct beginning. The hard 'k' at the end gives a pronounced finish. Patrick sounds dynamic and determined – powerful, structured, and present.

When is the name day of Patrick?

The name day for Patrick is celebrated on March 17 in honor of Saint Patrick of Ireland.

Popularity

The first name Patrick was initially only moderately common in Germany, ranking mostly in the middle of the lists from the 1930s to the 1950s. It was not until the late 1950s and early 1960s that the name gained significant popularity and moved closer to the most sought-after first names.

Nicknames & pet names

Paci / Pad / Padde / Paddel / Paddes / Paddi / Paddy / Padipad / Padlick / Padpad / Padschi / Palle / Paluten / Paschi / Pat / Pata / Paterick / Pati / Pato / Patrice / Patrickstar / Patricky / Patsch / Patsche / Patse / Patsi / Patson / Patte / Patti / Patto / Patto Bär / Pattycorn / Patze / Patzi / Pawtey / Paz / Pdizzle / Pele / Pets / Pitrack / Prick / Päde / Pädi / Pädu / Pädy / Pätron / Pättschy / Pätty / Pätzy / Rick / Rickel / Ricki / Ricky / Ritzo / Tack / Tick / Track / Trick / Tritzy / Trixy

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Famous people

• Alan Sidney Patrick Rickman (English actor & theater director)
• James Patrick Muirhead (American writer)
• Cardinal John Patrick Foley (Bishop of the Roman Catholic Church, Grand Master of the Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem)
• Michael Patrick Kelly (musician)
• Neil Patrick Harris (actor (e.g., How I Met Your Mother, Starship Troopers, ...))
• Patrick André Eugène Joseph Depailler (French Formula 1 driver)
• Patrick Bach (German actor & voice actor)
• Patrick Baehr (actor & voice actor)
• Patrick Barry (American martial artist)
• Patrick Bartsch (football player from Germany)
• Patrick Beahr (actor)
• Patrick Bowes-Lyon (English tennis player)
• Patrick C. Power (Irish historian)
• Patrick Carter (American football player)
• Patrick Cave (writer from Great Britain)
• Patrick Cosgrave (British writer)
• Patrick Decker (Fler) (rapper)
• Patrick Dempsey (actor (Grey's Anatomy))
• Patrick Duffy (actor (Step by Step as Frank Lambert!))
• Patrick Ehelechner (ice hockey goalkeeper)