Paddy
Boy name · 10 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Paddy: 10 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 4 births in 2022.
Though often considered a nickname for Patrick or Padraig, Paddy has long been used as a given name in its own right, particularly across Ireland and Scotland. It ultimately derives from the Latin *Patricius*, meaning "nobleman" or "patrician." Notable bearers include Sir Paddy Ashdown, the former leader of the Liberal Democrats, and Lieutenant Colonel Paddy Mayne, a decorated soldier and founding member of the SAS. The name is also
Boy 3 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20224 babies
- Latest (2022)
- #5904 babies
- Total births
- 10since 2017
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y