Pat
Pat: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /pƦt/
Meaning and origin of Pat
- A diminutive of the female given name Patricia.
- A diminutive of the male given name Patrick.
How popular is Pat?
Since 1880, 40,123 girls and 26,732 boys in the U.S. have been named Pat (60% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #134 in 1940. Its highest rank for boys was #240 in 1937. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
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Pat FAQ
What does the name Pat mean?
A diminutive of the female given name Patricia. A diminutive of the male given name Patrick.
How popular is the name Pat?
Since 1880, 40,123 girls and 26,732 boys in the U.S. have been named Pat (60% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #134 in 1940. Its highest rank for boys was #240 in 1937. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Is Pat a boy or girl name?
Pat is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (40,123 girls and 26,732 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880ā2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.