Patrick in Chinese
Patrick in Chinese is 帕特里克 (Pà Tè Lǐ Kè).
- Origin
- Latin
- Meaning
- nobleman
Patrick is a name of Latin origin, generally understood to mean "nobleman". It has been in continuous US use since Social Security records begin in 1880, peaking in the 1960s.
3 ways to write Patrick
phonetic
Following the sound of your name
帕特里克
Pà Tè Lǐ Kè
The standard transliteration of Patrick: 帕 (pà, "handkerchief (phonetic 'pa')"), 特 (tè, "special, particular"), 里 (lǐ, "village; mile (phonetic 'ri/li')"), 克 (kè, "to overcome; gram"). Chosen for sound, it is instantly recognizable as this name.
Why these characters?
Mandarin has no consonant clusters, so the 2-syllable English name is spread over 4 characters: 帕 pà + 特 tè + 里 lǐ + 克 kè. The tone contour is 4-4-3-4 (falling, falling, dipping, falling).
Character breakdown
32 strokes total (simplified)- 帕
pà
Tone 4 · 8 strokes (simplified)
handkerchief (phonetic 'pa')
- 特
tè
Tone 4 · 10 strokes (simplified)
special, particular
- 里
lǐ
Tone 3 · 7 strokes (simplified)
village; mile (phonetic 'ri/li')
- 克
kè
Tone 4 · 7 strokes (simplified)
to overcome; gram
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meaningful
Chosen for meaning and association
君豪
Jūn Háo
Inspired by "nobleman": 君 (jūn, "noble person, gentleman") + 豪 (háo, "heroic, bold"), expressing nobility and greatness.
Why these characters?
Because Patrick is linked to "nobleman", the name leads with 君 (noble person, gentleman); 豪 (heroic, bold) gives it a natural given-name finish.
Character breakdown
21 strokes total (simplified)- 君
jūn
Tone 1 · 7 strokes (simplified)
noble person, gentleman
- 豪
háo
Tone 2 · 14 strokes (simplified)
heroic, bold
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balanced
A balance of sound and meaning
弘嘉
Hóng Jiā
弘 (hóng, "great, expansive") + 嘉 (jiā, "excellent, praiseworthy"): a natural Chinese given name themed on nobility and greatness.
Why these characters?
No attractive character closely matches "pa" (pà), so 弘 ("great, expansive") and 嘉 ("excellent, praiseworthy") were chosen for nobility and greatness.
Character breakdown
19 strokes total (simplified)- 弘
hóng
Tone 2 · 5 strokes (simplified)
great, expansive
- 嘉
jiā
Tone 1 · 14 strokes (simplified)
excellent, praiseworthy
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Popularity in the US
US Social Security records show 672,425 boys named Patrick since 1880, with the high point in 1964 (14,702 births) and the busiest decade being the 1960s. Between 1990 and 2017 it slipped, from #36 to #171 among boys.
- Peak year
- 1964
- Peak decade
- 1960s
- First year
- 1880
- Total since 1880
- 672,425
More About Patrick in Chinese
The Chinese translation of Patrick offers multiple styles to suit different preferences. Whether you prefer a phonetic transliteration that sounds like your name, or a meaningful interpretation that captures the essence of Patrick, you'll find options that work for you.
If you're exploring Chinese names for boys, you might also be interested in Richard in Chinese, Logan in Chinese, and Gabriel in Chinese. Each name has its own unique character combinations and meanings.
Other popular choices include Jeremy in Chinese, Sean in Chinese, and Caleb in Chinese, each with beautiful traditional and simplified character options.
When choosing Chinese characters for Patrick, consider whether you want:
- Phonetic accuracy: Characters that sound like Patrick to native Chinese speakers
- Meaningful symbolism: Characters chosen for their beautiful meanings and cultural significance
- Balanced approach: A combination of sound and meaning that works well in both languages
Browse our complete A-Z index of Chinese names to explore more options, or start with our curated list of popular names in Chinese to see what others are choosing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Patrick in Chinese characters?
帕特里克 (Pà Tè Lǐ Kè), identical in simplified and traditional script. This is the conventional transliteration used in Chinese media.
How popular is the name Patrick?
US Social Security records show 672,425 boys named Patrick since 1880, with the high point in 1964 (14,702 births) and the busiest decade being the 1960s. Between 1990 and 2017 it slipped, from #36 to #171 among boys.
Is there a Chinese name for Patrick with real meaning?
Try 君豪 (Jūn Háo): noble person, gentleman + heroic, bold, inspired by "nobleman". For something that still sounds like Patrick, 弘嘉 (Hóng Jiā) is a middle ground.