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Patsy

A variant of Patty or diminutive of Patrick, ultimately derived from Latin patricius meaning of noble birth.

Meaning and origin

Patsy developed as a variant nickname form within the Patrick and Patricia name families, particularly in Irish and English traditions.

How to pronounce Patsy

English (US)PAT-see /ˈpætsi/

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