Boy
Patrick
nobleman, patrician
About Patrick
This enduring classic brings centuries of tradition wrapped in approachable familiarity. Patrick refuses to fade into obscurity despite changing naming trends, maintaining steady appeal through its combination of strength and friendliness. The name carries cultural richness without requiring specific heritage to feel authentic and appropriate. Its versatility shines through various nickname possibilities—Pat, Patty, Rick, Trick—allowing personal expression while preserving the distinguished full form for formal occasions. Patrick performs reliably across all age groups and professional contexts, never feeling out of place or overly casual. Its straightforward spelling and pronunciation eliminate potential complications, while its widespread recognition ensures easy acceptance in diverse communities. The name projects reliability, warmth, and competence—qualities that serve well throughout life. Patrick represents a safe choice that never feels boring, offering timeless appeal without sacrificing personality or character.
Popularity of the Name Patrick
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #67 | ||||
| 1881 | #75 | ||||
| 1882 | #70 | ||||
| 1883 | #75 | ||||
| 1884 | #78 | ||||
| 1885 | #77 | ||||
| 1886 | #72 | ||||
| 1887 | #76 | ||||
| 1888 | #81 | ||||
| 1889 | #74 | ||||
| 1890 | #75 | ||||
| 1891 | #78 | ||||
| 1892 | #86 | ||||
| 1893 | #79 | ||||
| 1894 | #85 | ||||
| 1895 | #82 | ||||
| 1896 | #93 | ||||
| 1897 | #87 | ||||
| 1898 | #93 | ||||
| 1899 | #86 | ||||
| 1900 | #89 | #47 | |||
| 1901 | #93 | #49 | |||
| 1902 | #98 | #55 | |||
| 1903 | #94 | #67 | |||
| 1904 | #97 | #58 | |||
| 1905 | #110 | #58 | |||
| 1906 | #100 | #50 | |||
| 1907 | #111 | #61 | |||
| 1908 | #120 | #52 | |||
| 1909 | #135 | #55 | |||
| 1910 | #129 | #50 | |||
| 1911 | #128 | #54 | |||
| 1912 | #145 | #46 | |||
| 1913 | #148 | #44 | |||
| 1914 | #149 | #48 | |||
| 1915 | #164 | #43 | |||
| 1916 | #154 | #41 | |||
| 1917 | #154 | #46 | |||
| 1918 | #161 | #41 | |||
| 1919 | #166 | #41 | |||
| 1920 | #159 | #41 | |||
| 1921 | #152 | #46 | |||
| 1922 | #152 | #46 | |||
| 1923 | #147 | #49 | |||
| 1924 | #147 | #47 | |||
| 1925 | #143 | #45 | |||
| 1926 | #141 | #41 | |||
| 1927 | #140 | #45 | |||
| 1928 | #132 | #42 | |||
| 1929 | #121 | #44 | |||
| 1930 | #118 | #47 | |||
| 1931 | #111 | #40 | |||
| 1932 | #114 | #41 | |||
| 1933 | #110 | #46 | |||
| 1934 | #109 | #36 | |||
| 1935 | #112 | #38 | |||
| 1936 | #100 | #35 | |||
| 1937 | #94 | #40 | |||
| 1938 | #88 | #53 | |||
| 1939 | #79 | #42 | |||
| 1940 | #74 | #45 | |||
| 1941 | #70 | #39 | |||
| 1942 | #64 | #54 | |||
| 1943 | #69 | #46 | |||
| 1944 | #64 | #45 | |||
| 1945 | #63 | #44 | |||
| 1946 | #59 | #45 | |||
| 1947 | #53 | #45 | |||
| 1948 | #48 | #50 | |||
| 1949 | #39 | #47 | |||
| 1950 | #38 | #57 | |||
| 1951 | #39 | #57 | |||
| 1952 | #37 | #51 | |||
| 1953 | #39 | #53 | |||
| 1954 | #38 | #60 | |||
| 1955 | #41 | #56 | |||
| 1956 | #40 | #46 | |||
| 1957 | #41 | #50 | |||
| 1958 | #42 | #49 | |||
| 1959 | #43 | #52 | |||
| 1960 | #45 | #60 | |||
| 1961 | #39 | #58 | |||
| 1962 | #40 | #54 | |||
| 1963 | #35 | #62 | |||
| 1964 | #30 | #52 | #2 | ||
| 1965 | #31 | #60 | #2 | ||
| 1966 | #31 | #63 | #3 | ||
| 1967 | #30 | #45 | #3 | ||
| 1968 | #30 | #55 | #2 | ||
| 1969 | #31 | #75 | #2 | ||
| 1970 | #33 | #69 | #3 | ||
| 1971 | #35 | #66 | #3 | ||
| 1972 | #35 | #61 | #3 | ||
| 1973 | #37 | #71 | #3 | ||
| 1974 | #38 | #84 | #3 | ||
| 1975 | #39 | #70 | #4 | ||
| 1976 | #41 | #60 | #4 | ||
| 1977 | #40 | #69 | #4 | ||
| 1978 | #42 | #74 | #5 | ||
| 1979 | #39 | #80 | #5 | ||
| 1980 | #38 | #64 | #5 | ||
| 1981 | #38 | #58 | #4 | ||
| 1982 | #37 | #60 | #4 | ||
| 1983 | #37 | #65 | #5 | ||
| 1984 | #36 | #50 | #4 | ||
| 1985 | #37 | #56 | #6 | ||
| 1986 | #39 | #51 | #5 | ||
| 1987 | #41 | #51 | #6 | ||
| 1988 | #42 | #55 | #7 | ||
| 1989 | #38 | #54 | #5 | ||
| 1990 | #36 | #52 | #7 | ||
| 1991 | #35 | #46 | #8 | #27 | |
| 1992 | #39 | #50 | #8 | #28 | |
| 1993 | #43 | #53 | #8 | #30 | |
| 1994 | #42 | #53 | #9 | #30 | |
| 1995 | #43 | #56 | #9 | #42 | |
| 1996 | #44 | #52 | #13 | #45 | |
| 1997 | #50 | #65 | #53 | #11 | #47 |
| 1998 | #57 | #67 | #50 | #17 | #56 |
| 1999 | #63 | #65 | #69 | #18 | #67 |
| 2000 | #68 | #67 | #54 | #16 | #63 |
| 2001 | #72 | #72 | #55 | #17 | #70 |
| 2002 | #79 | #79 | #78 | #13 | #80 |
| 2003 | #91 | #73 | #75 | #19 | #85 |
| 2004 | #100 | #84 | #67 | #24 | #89 |
| 2005 | #108 | #89 | #73 | #18 | #98 |
| 2006 | #110 | #102 | #97 | #19 | #103 |
| 2007 | #116 | #100 | #90 | #19 | #118 |
| 2008 | #127 | #105 | #105 | #18 | #123 |
| 2009 | #129 | #110 | #124 | #19 | #137 |
| 2010 | #129 | #116 | #85 | #18 | #147 |
| 2011 | #143 | #112 | #99 | #21 | #156 |
| 2012 | #140 | #114 | #99 | #21 | #141 |
| 2013 | #154 | #113 | #81 | #16 | #158 |
| 2014 | #152 | #105 | #78 | #19 | #152 |
| 2015 | #165 | #108 | #66 | #16 | #170 |
| 2016 | #170 | #105 | #90 | #18 | #189 |
| 2017 | #171 | #117 | #84 | #18 | #178 |
| 2018 | #189 | #110 | #100 | #19 | #210 |
| 2019 | #207 | #116 | #116 | #22 | #195 |
| 2020 | #205 | #114 | #93 | #22 | #196 |
| 2021 | #212 | #119 | #112 | #19 | #218 |
| 2022 | #218 | #120 | #136 | #16 | #257 |
| 2023 | #224 | #117 | #117 | #19 | #275 |
| 2024 | #221 | #107 | #286 | #16 | #244 |
| 2025 | #235 | #120 | #148 | #27 | #275 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Patrick
Names Similar to Patrick
Nicknames for Patrick
- Pat
- Rick
- Patty
- Paddy
Famous People Named Patrick
| Patrick Stewart | British actor known for his roles in "Star Trek" and "X-Men" |
| Patrick Dempsey | American actor known for his role in the TV series "Grey's Anatomy" |
| Patrick Swayze | American actor famous for his roles in films like "Dirty Dancing" and "Ghost" |
| Patrick Mahomes | American football player, quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs |
| Patrick Kane | American ice hockey player for the Chicago Blackhawks |
| Patrick Vieira | French former professional footballer and current coach |
| Patrick Wilson | American actor known for his roles in films like "The Conjuring" and "Insidious" |
| Patrick Ewing | Jamaican-American former professional basketball player and coach |
| Patrick Schwarzenegger | American actor and model, son of Arnold Schwarzenegger |
| Patrick Duffy | American actor known for his role in the TV series "Dallas" |
| Patrick J. Adams | Canadian actor known for his role in the TV series "Suits" |
Characters Named Patrick
| Patrick Bateman | Character from the novel and film "American Psycho" |
| Patrick Star | Character from the animated TV series "SpongeBob SquarePants" |
| Patrick Verona | Character from the film "10 Things I Hate About You" |
| Patrick Stewart | Character from the TV series "The Simpsons" |
| Patrick Brewer | Character from the TV series "Schitt's Creek" |
| Patrick McReary | Character from the video game series "Grand Theft Auto" |
| Patrick Jane | Character from the TV series "The Mentalist" |
| Patrick Dempsey | Character from the TV series "Grey's Anatomy" |