Patterson
3 syllables
♂ Male ◎ Modern American ◈ 3 syllables ✦ US Top 100
"Son of Peter"

From Modern American

The name Patterson appears to be a rare, modern, regional, surname-based, or creatively spelled name, and a widely documented traditional meaning is not clearly established. Read more about the origin of this name below ↓

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Patterson at a glance
MeaningSon of Peter
OriginModern American
GenderMale
Syllables3
NumerologyLife Path 2
US Rank#12
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Origin & history of Patterson
1
Modern American roots
The name Patterson appears to be a rare, modern, regional, surname-based, or creatively spelled name, and a widely documented traditional meaning is not clearly established. For names like Patterson, the safest interpretation is to treat the name as a distinctive contemporary form rather than assign it an unsupported ancient origin. If the name resembles a known root name, place name, family name, or cultural form, its meaning may be connected to that source, but the exact meaning should be considered uncertain unless supported by family, cultural, or linguistic context.
2
Root name
The root form of Patterson is Patterson — meaning Son of Peter.
3
Modern usage
Patterson remains a beloved choice, ranking #12 in the US. Timeless appeal across cultures and generations.
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How popular is Patterson?
12 avg. per year
Average US registrations in the last 10 years
Approximately 12 babies were named Patterson each year in the United States over the last decade. That puts it among the most popular names — a timeless classic.
120 Total US registrations
last 10 years
3 Syllables
2 Numerology
life path
Popularity in the US Very popular
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Numerology of Patterson
2
Life path number
The Peacemaker
Diplomacy, harmony and deep empathy.
🕊️Peacemaker
💖Empathetic
🎵Artistic
🤝Team player
P7
A1
T2
T2
E5
R9
S1
O6
N5
Sum: 38 → Life path 2
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Personality of Patterson
🕊️
Peaceful
They bring calm to every room.
💞
Deeply loving
Their love runs deep and steady.
🎭
Intuitive
They read people with extraordinary accuracy.
🎵
Artistic soul
Beauty speaks to them powerfully.
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