Patty Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationPAT-ee / ˈpætiEnglish; Irish
Meaning
English: noble; Irish: from the noble family
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Patty is often considered a diminutive of Patrick, which has roots in both English and Irish cultures. Patrick is associated with Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, who is celebrated for bringing Christianity to the country. The name has been popular in various forms across different cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries. As a standalone name, Patty has been used more commonly for females, but it can also be used for males.
Trend Summary
The name Patty has seen fluctuating popularity, often more common in earlier decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Pat
- Patty
International Variants
- Patrice (French)
- Patrik (Swedish)
- Patrizio (Italian)
Famous people named Patty
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Patty was first seen in the United States in 1914. Patty has ranked as high as #926 nationally, which occurred in 1943, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Patty has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Patty (1943)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1914 | 6 |
| 1916 | 7 |
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1921 | 5 |
| 1922 | 5 |
| 1923 | 7 |
| 1926 | 5 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1928 | 6 |
| 1929 | 7 |
| 1930 | 11 |
| 1931 | 9 |
| 1932 | 7 |
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1937 | 8 |
| 1938 | 11 |
| 1939 | 9 |
| 1941 | 7 |
| 1942 | 11 |
| 1943 | 13 |
| 1944 | 7 |
| 1945 | 9 |
| 1946 | 7 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1956 | 7 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1959 | 10 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1967 | 8 |
| 1972 | 5 |