Ava Kowalski

By Ava Kowalski
Global Naming Traditions Specialist

Updated on September 04, 2024

Patricius

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Origin: Latin

Meaning: Nobleman, patrician

Patricius is a boy’s name and means “nobleman” or “patrician.” It comes from the Latin term patricius, a word used to describe the patrician class in Ancient Rome. In Irish, the name is spelled Pádraig and is associated with Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. Patricius is associated with nobility and symbolizes qualities like honor and integrity, giving baby lofty attributes to aim for.