Boy · 40th of 16,616
Patrick
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
687,932
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1964
Peak Popularity Year
14,752
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Patrick stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
The name Patrick originates from the Latin word 'Patricius', meaning 'nobleman'. It evolved through various languages and became popular due to Saint Patrick, who played a significant role in Irish history. The name embodies traits of nobility and heritage, with no direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈpætrɪk/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Patrick is derived from the Latin name 'Patricius', which means 'nobleman' or 'patrician'.
Meaning
Nobleman
Language Evolution
Patricius (Latin), Patric (Old French), Patrick (English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the early medieval period, largely due to Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, who is credited with converting the Irish to Christianity in the 5th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Pat, Paddy, Patricio, Patrice
Modern Popularity & Image
Patrick remains a widely used name today, often associated with Irish heritage and culture, particularly around St. Patrick's Day, which celebrates Irish identity.
Famous People
Saint Patrick, Patrick Stewart, Patrick Dempsey, Patrick Swayze
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Declining
25-Year Trend:
Gradually Declining
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 14,752 peak births in 1964
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Alaska
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 14 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 6 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 14 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 150th of 7545 | 16,674 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 89th of 6773 | 42,577 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 40th of 7552 | 182,713 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 32nd of 10718 | 165,653 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 40th of 16616 | 173,323 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 90th of 24088 | 74,283 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 187th of 23106 | 25,072 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 4096th of 9107 | 88 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2487th of 9204 | 227 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1930th of 12526 | 595 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1656th of 19264 | 935 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2217th of 27321 | 865 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 11929th of 35406 | 119 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 30306th of 30306 | 5 |