Paddy
A diminutive form of Patrick, meaning 'noble' or 'patrician'. (Human)
What does Paddy mean?
Human: A diminutive form of Patrick, meaning 'noble' or 'patrician'.. Paddy is often used as a nickname for Patrick, which derives from the Latin name Patricius, meaning 'noble' or 'patrician'.
Is Paddy a good dog name?
Not yet rated. Short and clear — a practical length for recall at the park.
Paddy in the Pets in the City community
Ranked #109 all-time — about 0.6 in every 1,000 dogs we care for (19 dogs). Trend: insufficient data.
From anonymised, aggregated records of dogs at our 5 Auckland centres, as of 2026-08-01. Our community, not a national census.
What kind of dog does Paddy suit?
Suggestions only — plenty of dogs happily wear names that break every rule.
Our entirely unscientific pack opinion
What the Overnight Guests Will Whisper About Paddy
The other dogs at playgroup were a bit curious about Paddy. "Do you think he’ll be charming or just a little too posh for fetch?" They decided either way, he'd be a welcome addition to their puppy soirées!