Pattis

Pattis is a proper noun that can refer to more than one thing. Most commonly it appears as a surname. In that context, Pattis is typically a patronymic or family name, and its distribution includes various European and South Asian communities, where spelling variants such as Patti or Pattie are also encountered. The exact origin of the name is often unclear without genealogical evidence; in some cases it may be derived from a given name such as Patti (a diminutive of Patrick) or from a place name. In addition to being a surname, Pattis may appear in toponymy or organizational names, usually as part of a longer compound name; examples include regions or institutions that adopt Pattis as a geographic or commemorative element. Because Pattis is not associated with a single widely recognized subject, meaning depends on context. When encountered, it is useful to consult accompanying information to determine whether it refers to a person, a place, or an organization. See also Patti, Pattie, Patty, and other related spellings for related etymologies and uses.