Patti (given name) explained

Patti
Gender:Primarily female
Meaning:diminutive of Martha, Patricia, or Patrick
Origin:English
Related Names:Mattie, Paddy, Patsy, Pattie, Patty

Patti, Pattie or Patty is a feminine given name.

Patti is generally derived from a short form or diminutive of Patricia, derived from the Latin word patrician, referring to the nobility. Usually spelled Patty, the name was also used as a short form of names such as Martha in the 18th century.[1]

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Notes and References

  1. Book: Hanks. Patrick. Hardcastle. Kate . Hodges. Flavia. 2006. Oxford Dictionary of First Names. Oxford University Press . 216. 0-19-861060-2.