Patterson - name meaning and origin

The boy's name Patterson \p(a)-tter-son, patt(e)-rson\ is of Old English origin, and its meaning is "son of Peter".

Patterson has 2 variant forms: Paterson and Pattison.

Baby names that sound like Patterson are Peterson, Patrizio, Patricio, Patrice, Patrece and Petros.

Patterson is a very rare male first name and a very popular surname (source: 1990 U.S. Census). Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the boy's name Patterson. Compare Patterson with related baby names.