Pattie

Pattie is an English feminine name functioning as a diminutive or pet form of Patricia, which itself derives from the Latin patricius, meaning "nobleman" or "patrician." The element patri- relates to the Latin pater, meaning "father," connecting the name to the concept of noble or senatorial lineage in ancient Rome. Patricia gained widespread use in the English-speaking world during the 20th century, and Pattie followed as an informal spelling variant alongside Patty and Patti. The name is closely associated with Patricia, Pat, and Tricia.