Randal Patton

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Randal Patton — Celtic
30K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Randal Patton is a name that combines Celtic origins. The first name Randal is a masculine given name of Celtic origin. Randall is a masculine given name in English, Irish and German. Its modern use as a given name originates from the transferred use of the English–language surname Randall, which in turn is derived from Randolph. There are several variant spellings of the English given name; these include Randal, Randel, Randell, Randle, Randoll, and Rendell. The form Randal has also been used as an Anglicisation of an etymologically unrelated Irish and Scottish Gaelic name, Raghnall. This Anglicisation has been noted as being particularly common amongst several Irish families of note. The surname Patton: George S. Patton (1885–1945), American general George Patton IV (1923–2004), son of George S. Patton and also a U.S. Army general George Smith Patton (attorney) George S. Patton, Sr. (1833–1864), Confederate colonel and grandfather of George S. Patton Raymond Stanton Patton (1882–1937), American admiral and engineer, second Director of the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey Waller T. Patton (1835–1863), Confederate lieutenant colonel and great-uncle of George S. Patton Barbara Patton (born 1944), New York politician and university professor Charles Emory Patton (1859–1937), U.S. Randal is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 30K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Randal reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Randal

Celtic

Randall is a masculine given name in English, Irish and German. Its modern use as a given name originates from the transferred use of the English–language surname Randall, which in turn is derived from Randolph. There are several variant spellings of the English given name; these include Randal, Randel, Randell, Randle, Randoll, and Rendell. The form Randal has also been used as an Anglicisation of an etymologically unrelated Irish and Scottish Gaelic name, Raghnall. This Anglicisation has been noted as being particularly common amongst several Irish families of note.

Surname: Patton

English

George S. Patton (1885–1945), American general George Patton IV (1923–2004), son of George S. Patton and also a U.S. Army general George Smith Patton (attorney) George S. Patton, Sr. (1833–1864), Confederate colonel and grandfather of George S. Patton Raymond Stanton Patton (1882–1937), American admiral and engineer, second Director of the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey Waller T. Patton (1835–1863), Confederate lieutenant colonel and great-uncle of George S. Patton Barbara Patton (born 1944), New York politician and university professor Charles Emory Patton (1859–1937), U.S.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 50%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 14%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Notable People Named Randal Patton

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 Randal Patton:

1
Expression Number

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

9
Soul Urge Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

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 Randal?
The first name Randal originates from Celtic. Randall is a masculine given name in English, Irish and German. Its modern use as a given name originates from the transferred use of the English–language surname Randall, which in turn is derived from Randolph. There are several variant spellings of the English given name; these include Randal, Randel, Randell, Randle, Randoll, and Rendell. The form Randal has also been used as an Anglicisation of an etymologically unrelated Irish and Scottish Gaelic name, Raghnall. This Anglicisation has been noted as being particularly common amongst several Irish families of note.
When was Randal most popular?
The name Randal reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Patton?
The surname Patton originates from English. George S. Patton (1885–1945), American general George Patton IV (1923–2004), son of George S. Patton and also a U.S. Army general George Smith Patton (attorney) George S. Patton, Sr. (1833–1864), Confederate colonel and grandfather of George S. Patton Raymond Stanton Patton (1882–1937), American admiral and engineer, second Director of the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey Waller T. Patton (1835–1863), Confederate lieutenant colonel and great-uncle of George S. Patton Barbara Patton (born 1944), New York politician and university professor Charles Emory Patton (1859–1937), U.S.
What are the origins of the name Randal Patton?
The name Randal Patton combines two different traditions: the first name Randal has Celtic roots, while the surname Patton originates from English.
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