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Why parents love Patrick- Saint Patrick is Ireland's patron saint — the whole world celebrates his day.
- March 17th is one of the biggest cultural holidays on Earth.
- Patrick Swayze was the most romantic leading man of his era.
- Two syllables with a strong, noble sound: PAT-rik.
- Pat and Paddy are both warm nicknames.
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The vibe of Patrick
IrishSaint Patrick's DaynoblemanSwayzesnakesMarch 17GhostSpongeBob
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Origin & history of Patrick
Latin patricius (nobleman)
→ English Patrick
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German / Latin roots
Patrick comes from the Latin patricius, meaning nobleman. Saint Patrick (c. 385–461 AD) is the patron saint of Ireland — legend says he drove the snakes from Ireland and used the shamrock to explain the Trinity. Saint Patrick's Day (March 17) is celebrated worldwide. Patrick Swayze starred in Dirty Dancing and Ghost. Patrick Star is SpongeBob SquarePants' beloved best friend.
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First recorded
Earliest known use: 5th century — Saint Patrick (c. 385–461 AD), patron saint of Ireland.
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Today
Patrick remains a beloved choice, ranking #198 in the US. 687,932 babies have been named Patrick since 1880.
◈ Sources: Behind the Name, Oxford Dictionary of First Names, Britannica, SSA data
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How popular is Patrick?
1964
peak year
Patrick has been losing ground. Once far more common, it has been declining steadily in recent years. It currently ranks around #198, with about 1,980 babies named Patrick each year. In 1964, 14,694 babies were named Patrick (ranked #30 nationally). Total registrations across all years since 1880: roughly 687,932.
Year-by-year registrations
1880–2024 · U.S. Social Security data
14,694
Babies named in peak year
(ranked #30)
(ranked #30)
1,980
Avg. per year
(last decade)
(last decade)
19,800
Total registrations
last 10 years
last 10 years
687,932
All-time total
(since 1880)
(since 1880)
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Numerology of Patrick6
Life path number
The Nurturer
Nurturing, love and responsibility.
Patrick's Life Path 1 is the leader's number — leading an island. People named Patrick tend to be noble, warm, and gifted at bringing people together in celebration.
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Brings people together✦
Noble warmth◈
March 17 energy◎
Drives out snakes♡
Shamrock teacherP7
A1
T2
R9
I9
C3
K2
Sum: 33 → Life path 6
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Personality of Patrick❤️
Nurturing heart
They notice when someone is struggling before anyone else.
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Creates warmth
Their circle is warmer for their presence.
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Strong morals
They know what's right and stand by it.
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Quietly selfless
They give and give, often without realising how much.
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