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Patterson

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Name — A Scottish and Irish surname meaning "son of Patrick".

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Etymology

From Middle English Pate, short form of Patrick, + -son.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Patterson” mean?

The word “Patterson” means a Scottish and Irish surname meaning "son of Patrick".

How do you pronounce “Patterson”?

“Patterson” is pronounced PA-tuhr-suhn (/ˈpætəɹ.sən/ in IPA).

How do you use “Patterson” in a sentence?

Here is “Patterson” used in a sentence: “Patterson is a common surname across the English-speaking world.”

What part of speech is “Patterson”?

“Patterson” is a name.

Is “Patterson” a common word?

“Patterson” is an uncommon word in modern English.

Is Patterson the same as Paterson?

Patterson and Paterson are variant spellings of the same surname, both meaning "son of Patrick," with Patterson being the more common spelling. Regional and family preferences account for the difference in spelling.

Is Patterson a first name or a surname?

Patterson is primarily used as a surname, meaning "son of Patrick," though like many surnames it is occasionally used as a given name as well.

Related words

Paterson Patteson Pattison

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