Patti Dam

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Patti Dam — Latin
45K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Patti Dam is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Patti is a feminine given name of Latin origin. Patti is a feminine given name related to Pattie and Patty. 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. The surname Dam: Atli Dam (1932–2005), Prime Minister of the Faroe Islands Henrik Dam (1895–1976), Danish biochemist, Nobel Prize winner Jan Dam (footballer) (born 1968), Faroese footballer Jan Dam (boxer) (1905–1985), Belgian boxer Kenneth W. Dam (1932–2022), American lawyer and politician Peter Mohr Dam (1898–1968), Prime Minister of the Faroe Islands Rigmor Dam (born 1971), Faroese politician Thomas Dam (1909–1986), inventor of the troll doll Dams (surname), northern-European surname van Dam, Dutch surname van Damm, Dutch surname Patti is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 45K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Patti reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Patti

Latin

Patti is a feminine given name related to Pattie and Patty. 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.

Surname: Dam

Vietnamese

Atli Dam (1932–2005), Prime Minister of the Faroe Islands Henrik Dam (1895–1976), Danish biochemist, Nobel Prize winner Jan Dam (footballer) (born 1968), Faroese footballer Jan Dam (boxer) (1905–1985), Belgian boxer Kenneth W. Dam (1932–2022), American lawyer and politician Peter Mohr Dam (1898–1968), Prime Minister of the Faroe Islands Rigmor Dam (born 1971), Faroese politician Thomas Dam (1909–1986), inventor of the troll doll Dams (surname), northern-European surname van Dam, Dutch surname van Damm, Dutch surname

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Patti is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Patti by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Patti Dam

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Patti Dam:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

11
Soul Urge Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Patti?
The first name Patti originates from Latin. Patti is a feminine given name related to Pattie and Patty. 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.
When was Patti most popular?
The name Patti reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Dam?
The surname Dam originates from Vietnamese. Atli Dam (1932–2005), Prime Minister of the Faroe Islands Henrik Dam (1895–1976), Danish biochemist, Nobel Prize winner Jan Dam (footballer) (born 1968), Faroese footballer Jan Dam (boxer) (1905–1985), Belgian boxer Kenneth W. Dam (1932–2022), American lawyer and politician Peter Mohr Dam (1898–1968), Prime Minister of the Faroe Islands Rigmor Dam (born 1971), Faroese politician Thomas Dam (1909–1986), inventor of the troll doll Dams (surname), northern-European surname van Dam, Dutch surname van Damm, Dutch surname
What are the origins of the name Patti Dam?
The name Patti Dam combines two different traditions: the first name Patti has Latin roots, while the surname Dam originates from Vietnamese.
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