Girl
Patsy
noble, patrician
About Patsy
Patsy radiates unpretentious warmth and authentic charm, qualities increasingly valuable in our complex world. This name carries historical depth while maintaining contemporary relevance, connecting your daughter to traditions of straightforward strength. The brevity of Patsy creates immediate recognition and memorability—an underestimated advantage in both personal and professional contexts.
The name's established history means your daughter will find meaningful connections across generations, from literature to music, providing rich cultural touchpoints throughout her life. Patsy suggests someone who values substance over superficiality, who approaches relationships with refreshing directness and genuine interest.
There's inherent versatility in this name's unassuming confidence—Patsy navigates diverse environments with equal ease, from corporate boardrooms to creative studios. The name carries a resilient quality, suggesting someone who faces adversity with practical determination rather than fragility.
Despite its apparent simplicity, Patsy contains remarkable depth for those who look beyond first impressions, much like the personality it often cultivates—approachable on the surface with unexpected complexity beneath. This name encourages authenticity in a world often preoccupied with carefully constructed personas.
Popularity of the Name Patsy
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | |
|---|---|
| 1880 | #446 |
| 1881 | #498 |
| 1882 | #454 |
| 1883 | #433 |
| 1884 | #446 |
| 1885 | #466 |
| 1886 | #504 |
| 1887 | #507 |
| 1888 | #543 |
| 1889 | #508 |
| 1890 | #714 |
| 1891 | #570 |
| 1892 | #660 |
| 1893 | #624 |
| 1894 | #524 |
| 1895 | #698 |
| 1896 | #669 |
| 1897 | #673 |
| 1898 | #578 |
| 1899 | #697 |
| 1900 | #487 |
| 1901 | #588 |
| 1902 | #567 |
| 1903 | #785 |
| 1904 | #623 |
| 1905 | #543 |
| 1906 | #553 |
| 1907 | #585 |
| 1908 | #518 |
| 1909 | #538 |
| 1910 | #470 |
| 1911 | #506 |
| 1912 | #481 |
| 1913 | #566 |
| 1914 | #588 |
| 1915 | #573 |
| 1916 | #603 |
| 1917 | #471 |
| 1918 | #520 |
| 1919 | #529 |
| 1920 | #493 |
| 1921 | #450 |
| 1922 | #398 |
| 1923 | #364 |
| 1924 | #293 |
| 1925 | #250 |
| 1926 | #198 |
| 1927 | #168 |
| 1928 | #145 |
| 1929 | #118 |
| 1930 | #97 |
| 1931 | #83 |
| 1932 | #77 |
| 1933 | #65 |
| 1934 | #59 |
| 1935 | #56 |
| 1936 | #52 |
| 1937 | #54 |
| 1938 | #55 |
| 1939 | #56 |
| 1940 | #57 |
| 1941 | #52 |
| 1942 | #57 |
| 1943 | #61 |
| 1944 | #72 |
| 1945 | #84 |
| 1946 | #85 |
| 1947 | #87 |
| 1948 | #98 |
| 1949 | #106 |
| 1950 | #117 |
| 1951 | #121 |
| 1952 | #128 |
| 1953 | #141 |
| 1954 | #155 |
| 1955 | #172 |
| 1956 | #192 |
| 1957 | #208 |
| 1958 | #215 |
| 1959 | #238 |
| 1960 | #270 |
| 1961 | #291 |
| 1962 | #313 |
| 1963 | #312 |
| 1964 | #335 |
| 1965 | #384 |
| 1966 | #421 |
| 1967 | #444 |
| 1968 | #507 |
| 1969 | #575 |
| 1970 | #565 |
| 1971 | #630 |
| 1972 | #688 |
| 1973 | #717 |
| 1974 | #756 |
| 1975 | #912 |
Top names by country: United States
Variations of Name Patsy
Names Similar to Patsy
Nicknames for Patsy
- Pat
- Pats
- Patty
- Pattie
- Sy
