Patterson
PAT-er-son
Patterson is a boy’s name of English origin, meaning “An English and Scottish surname meaning 'son of Patrick'. Patrick is a classic name derived from the Latin 'Paternus', meaning 'father'.”, and peaked in popularity in 2010.
What Patterson Means
“An English and Scottish surname meaning 'son of Patrick'. Patrick is a classic name derived from the Latin 'Paternus', meaning 'father'.”
The Story of Patterson
This strong Scottish and English surname means 'son of Patrick,' a legacy of dependable loyalty and fatherly strength for your son.
Patterson is a classic Scottish and English surname signifying 'son of Patrick.' Patrick itself derives from the Latin 'Paternus,' meaning 'father,' imbuing the name with a deep sense of heritage and paternal lineage. This name traveled from the ancestral lands of Scotland and Ireland, establishing itself as a mark of reliable descent.
Saying 'Patterson' feels like shaking hands on a firm promise, a name that carries the weight of tradition and dependable loyalty. You can already hear it called across a family gathering, solid and reassuring. Writing Patterson on a birth certificate will feel like etching a strong foundation, connecting your son to a lineage of fatherly strength.
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Numerology
The Achiever
Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.
Famous Namesakes
Robert "Patterson" Patterson
Colombian military officer and politician.
Personality Traits
Spelling Variations
Peak Year
#19 in 2010
Total Births
554
First Recorded
1912
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