Patsey
English, diminutive of Patricia
"noble, patrician"
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Updated Tue Mar 18 2025
Patsey Origin and Meaning
The name Patsey is a girl's name.
Patsey is a feminine name with English origins, traditionally used as a diminutive form of Patricia or Martha. The name carries a vintage charm and folksy appeal that evokes rural Americana and simpler times. Historically, it was more commonly used in the 18th and 19th centuries, particularly in Southern regions of the United States. The name has notable literary and historical connections, including as a character in Solomon Northup's '12 Years a Slave.' Patsey has a friendly, unpretentious quality with its soft sounds and informal -ey ending. While rarely used for newborns in contemporary times, it maintains appeal for those seeking a name with historical depth and rustic simplicity, or as a family name to honor ancestors.
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