Pattie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Pattie is a diminutive form of Patricia, originating from the Latin Patricius meaning 'noble'. The name has evolved through various forms in the English language. It conveys traits of friendliness and warmth and does not have biblical relevance. Pattie has gained popularity in the 20th century and remains a cheerful name associated with notable figures.
The name Pattie is most popular in North Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Pattie has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Pattie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7545th out of 7545 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 729th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 648th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 683rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1587th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7557th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 29526th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Pattie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Pattie"
Pronunciation
/ˈpæti/
Origin
English
Etymology
Pattie is a diminutive form of the name Patricia, which itself is derived from the Latin name Patricius, meaning 'noble' or 'nobleman'.
Meaning
noble
Language Evolution
Patricia (Latin), Patricius (Latin), Pattie (English)
Historical Usage
The name Pattie gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the 20th century, particularly as a friendly or affectionate form of Patricia.
Variants & Derivatives
Patricia, Patty, Patsy
Modern Popularity & Image
Pattie is often perceived as a cheerful and friendly name, associated with warmth and approachability.
Famous People
Pattie Boyd, a British model and photographer known for her marriages to musicians George Harrison and Eric Clapton., Pattie LaBelle, an American singer and actress famous for her soulful music.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Pattie"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Pattie"
"Pattie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 7545th of 7545 | 5 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 729th of 9107 | 1,741 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 648th of 9204 | 2,194 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 683rd of 12526 | 3,794 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1587th of 19264 | 992 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 7557th of 27321 | 152 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 29526th of 35406 | 11 |
Regional Popularity of "Pattie" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Pattie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
86.51% 1225th/1416 |
- |
20.54% 486th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
48.32% 747th/1546 |
70.24% 1093rd/1556 |
20.31% 478th/2353 |
55.27% 855th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
34.22% 762nd/2227 |
35.31% 858th/2430 |
18.61% 531st/2853 |
31.24% 867th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
60.88% 1788th/2937 |
63.25% 2203rd/3483 |
34.20% 1203rd/3518 |
63.13% 2553rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Pattie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Pattie" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.