About the name Patty
Patty belongs to the English & American tradition. Its roots are documented, even though its precise meaning is not recorded in the standard references — an honest gap we prefer to a confident guess. It travels in a few spellings: Meg, Patti, Pattie.
In the United States, Patty first appears in Social Security records in 1880 and has been given to 62,695 babies since 1880, including 7 in 2024.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Patty mean?
The meaning of Patty is not recorded in the standard references we check. Rather than repeat an unsourced claim, we leave it open — its English origin is documented, but its exact meaning is not.
Is Patty a boy or girl name?
Patty is a unisex name. In 2024, 7 babies received the name in the US.
What origin is the name Patty?
Patty comes from the English & American tradition. It is also spelled Meg, Patti, Pattie.
How popular is the name Patty?
Patty is uncommon in US records — it first appears in 1880 and has been given to 62,695 babies since 1880.
How do you pronounce Patty?
Patty is pronounced /ˈpæti/ (IPA).