Pat Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Pat Name at a Glance

Name	Pat
Meaning	Diminutive of Patricia: Noble. St. Patricia was a 7th century patron saint of Naples.
Origin	Latin
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Pat Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Pat means “Diminutive of Patricia: Noble. St. Patricia was a 7th century patron saint of Naples”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Pat Name Origin

Our database records Pat under Latin origin. Browse more Latin baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Pat a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Pat is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Pat

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