Patrick

Meaning of Patrick

Patrick means "nobleman" or "patrician," referring to someone of noble birth.

Patrick has Latin roots — browse every Latin baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Patrick

Patrick has cooled off, slipping to #235 in 2025, down from a peak of #68 in 2000.

Notable people named Patrick

• Patrick Stewart
  English actor (Star Trek)
• Patrick Mahomes
  American football quarterback
• Patrick Swayze
  American actor and dancer
• Patrick Dempsey
  American actor (Grey's Anatomy)
• Patrick Henry
  American Founding Father

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Questions about the name Patrick

What does the name Patrick mean?

Patrick means patrick means "nobleman" or "patrician," referring to someone of noble birth, and it comes from Latin origins.

Is Patrick a boy's or a girl's name?

Patrick is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Patrick?

In 2025, Patrick ranked #235 for boys, down from #221 the year before.

When was Patrick most popular?

Patrick peaked at #68 in 2000.