Pat Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationPat / pætLatin; Irish
Meaning
Latin: noble; Irish: nobleman
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Pat is often a diminutive of Patrick, which has strong ties to Irish culture due to Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. It has been used in various forms across different cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries. The name has gained popularity in the United States and other regions, often associated with friendly and approachable characteristics.
Trend Summary
The name Pat has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, often peaking during the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Patty
- Paddy
International Variants
- Patrice (French)
- Padrig (Welsh)
- Patrik (Czech)
- Patrizio (Italian)
Famous people named Pat
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Fictional characters named Pat
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Pat was first seen in the United States in 1880. Pat has ranked as high as #522 nationally, which occurred in 1960, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Illinois, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Pat has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Pat (1992)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 12 |
| 1881 | 20 |
| 1882 | 28 |
| 1883 | 20 |
| 1884 | 26 |
| 1885 | 23 |
| 1886 | 23 |
| 1887 | 19 |
| 1888 | 30 |
| 1889 | 19 |
| 1890 | 29 |
| 1891 | 16 |
| 1892 | 24 |
| 1893 | 27 |
| 1894 | 28 |
| 1895 | 36 |
| 1896 | 27 |
| 1897 | 32 |
| 1898 | 20 |
| 1899 | 27 |
| 1900 | 50 |
| 1901 | 32 |
| 1902 | 35 |
| 1903 | 33 |
| 1904 | 35 |
| 1905 | 35 |
| 1906 | 35 |
| 1907 | 33 |
| 1908 | 36 |
| 1909 | 42 |
| 1910 | 58 |
| 1911 | 49 |
| 1912 | 75 |
| 1913 | 90 |
| 1914 | 128 |
| 1915 | 166 |
| 1916 | 177 |
| 1917 | 185 |
| 1918 | 215 |
| 1919 | 180 |
| 1920 | 204 |
| 1921 | 223 |
| 1922 | 229 |
| 1923 | 227 |
| 1924 | 240 |
| 1925 | 295 |
| 1926 | 297 |
| 1927 | 287 |
| 1928 | 360 |
| 1929 | 363 |
| 1930 | 373 |
| 1931 | 407 |
| 1932 | 450 |
| 1933 | 379 |
| 1934 | 472 |
| 1935 | 458 |
| 1936 | 421 |
| 1937 | 483 |
| 1938 | 420 |
| 1939 | 446 |
| 1940 | 482 |
| 1941 | 530 |
| 1942 | 534 |
| 1943 | 519 |
| 1944 | 495 |
| 1945 | 492 |
| 1946 | 623 |
| 1947 | 720 |
| 1948 | 596 |
| 1949 | 496 |
| 1950 | 384 |
| 1951 | 315 |
| 1952 | 328 |
| 1953 | 306 |
| 1954 | 314 |
| 1955 | 329 |
| 1956 | 418 |
| 1957 | 634 |
| 1958 | 844 |
| 1959 | 948 |
| 1960 | 999 |
| 1961 | 930 |
| 1962 | 830 |
| 1963 | 738 |
| 1964 | 748 |
| 1965 | 519 |
| 1966 | 411 |
| 1967 | 355 |
| 1968 | 289 |
| 1969 | 227 |
| 1970 | 191 |
| 1971 | 139 |
| 1972 | 94 |
| 1973 | 87 |
| 1974 | 53 |
| 1975 | 61 |
| 1976 | 50 |
| 1977 | 42 |
| 1978 | 38 |
| 1979 | 32 |
| 1980 | 26 |
| 1981 | 32 |
| 1982 | 26 |
| 1983 | 24 |
| 1984 | 21 |
| 1985 | 21 |
| 1986 | 20 |
| 1987 | 20 |
| 1988 | 21 |
| 1989 | 18 |
| 1990 | 20 |
| 1991 | 26 |
| 1992 | 21 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1995 | 14 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 5 |