Declining since 2016, #3,240 for boys today.
Popularity of Patton since 1915
Babies named Patton per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1910s | 0 | 9 |
| 1920s | 0 | 44 |
| 1930s | 0 | 12 |
| 1940s | 0 | 87 |
| 1950s | 0 | 76 |
| 1960s | 0 | 46 |
| 1970s | 0 | 71 |
| 1980s | 0 | 59 |
| 1990s | 0 | 114 |
| 2000s | 30 | 259 |
| 2010s | 48 | 581 |
| 2020s | 21 | 306 |
Meaning & origin
Patton is a masculine given name with English origins, derived from a surname that originally denoted a settlement associated with a person named Pǣga. It first appeared in US records in 1915, but its real surge came in the 2010s, peaking in 2017. The name's association with the famed World War II general George S. Patton gives it a strong, historic resonance. In recent years, however, the name has been declining in usage since 2016, and as of 2025 it ranks 3,240 with a frequency of 1 in 47,447 births, suggesting it remains a distinctive but not common choice. The top state for this name is Texas, reflecting a broader trend of surname-style names in that region.
Patton is an English surname derived from a place name, composed of the Old English elements 'Pǣga' (a personal name) and 'tūn' (enclosure, settlement). The name was historically associated with the Patton family in Scotland and England. As a given name, it gained prominence in the 20th century, influenced by General George S. Patton.
Where Patton is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Pat, Patt
Variants: Patten
Sibling names for Patton
Names that share Patton's style, for a brother or sister.
