Patrick
nobleman or patrician (Latin)
Patrick is a english / other boy name in the Philippines. PSA rank #196 (40,849 records), 2 syllables.
Origin and meaning
nobleman or patrician (Latin)
The name originates from the Latin 'Patricius', denoting a member of the patrician ruling class in ancient Rome. It gained global Catholic popularity via Saint Patrick, the 5th-century missionary to Ireland. In the Philippines, the English form Patrick became widespread during the American colonial period and remains a common, classic Christian male name.
Patrick is derived from the Latin name Patricius, meaning 'patrician' or 'nobleman'. It became widely established through the patron saint of Ireland and entered the Philippines predominantly through American English naming influences and Catholic tradition.
Name character
In the Philippines
Frequently used as a standalone first name or in compound pairings like John Patrick or Patrick James. Common informal nicknames in the Philippines include Pat, Rick, or Ricky.
Related forms
- Patricio Spanish
- Pádraig Irish
- Patrice French
- Patrizio Italian
Patrick with popular surnames
How the first name sits with a mother's maiden surname and father's surname.
About the name Patrick
How do I use Patrick with two Filipino surnames?
Patrick is the given name. The full name is Patrick + mother's maiden surname + father's surname. Score a pair from a combination page or the homepage search.
Is Patrick a common boy name in the Philippines?
PSA rank #196 describes how often this given name appears in Philippine records — not whether it is a better name. Fit with both family surnames still matters more for the birth certificate.