patt

Patt is a proper noun that may refer to a surname, a given name, or a toponymic element in some regions. As a surname, Patt appears in various European and Western naming traditions, and as a given name or nickname it is often a shortened form of Patrick.

Origins and usage of the name Patt vary by region. In English-speaking contexts, Patt can arise as a shortened form of a given name such as Patrick, or as a surname with independent development in different families. In other language communities, Patt may reflect distinct linguistic roots, making the surname multi-origin rather than tied to a single lineage.

In culture and society, the surname Patt is carried by individuals across several fields, including science, sports, and the arts. No single person with the name Patt overwhelmingly defines its public presence, but bearers of the name contribute to a broad range of professional and cultural contexts. The given-name usage of Patt is less common today but may still appear as a nickname or informal form in some communities.

See also: related names and spellings such as Pat, Patti, Patterson, and Pattison. These variants share phonetic similarity and may reflect interconnected or parallel naming traditions in different languages and regions.