Patch
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Patch is a boy’s name of English origin, meaning “Primarily an English nickname, often derived from 'Patrick' or 'Patsy', or relating to a piece of material sewn onto clothing.”, and peaked in popularity in 2012.
What Patch Means
“Primarily an English nickname, often derived from 'Patrick' or 'Patsy', or relating to a piece of material sewn onto clothing.”
The Story of Patch
This name belonged to a doctor who believed laughter was the best medicine.
Patch is a name with English roots, often emerging as a playful nickname. It most frequently stems from the given name Patrick, or is a charming reference to a piece of fabric sewn on, suggesting mending and resourcefulness.
Your son, bearing the name Patch, will carry a spirit of ingenuity and warmth. You see him as someone who can fix what's broken, not just with his hands, but with a smile and a kind word.
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Numerology
The Leader
Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.
Famous Namesakes
Patch Adams
American physician and activist known for his clowning and play therapy.
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Peak Year
#5 in 2012
Total Births
15
First Recorded
2012
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Meaning
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