Pàdraig
/ˈpʰaːt̪ɾikʲ/masculine
The Gaelic name Patrick is translated as Pàdraig.
Pàdraig is the given name for a male.
Meaning: given name (name)
Which one should you use?
Pádraigín is a diminutive form of Pàdraig, often used as a nickname or for a child.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈpʰaːt̪ɾikʲ/
Did you know?
- The original Latin root 'Patricius' refers to the 'patricians', the elite ruling class of ancient Rome, meaning Pàdraig literally carries the meaning of 'noble'.
- While the English 'Patrick' comes from the Latin 'Patricius', the Gaelic version Pàdraig likely traveled through Old Welsh before reaching the Gaelic language.
- The spelling of Pàdraig uses a 'dh' which is a silent or semi-silent consonant in modern pronunciation, making the word look much more complex than it sounds.
Examples in context
- Ciamar a tha thu an-diugh, Pàdruic?How are you today, Patrick?
- Is mise Pàdraig.I am Patrick.
- An e Pàdraig an t-ainm agad?Is your name Patrick?
- Chunnaic mi Pàdraig anns an t-sràid.I saw Patrick in the street.
Example conversation
Mairead is asking Angus about a friend.
- MaireadCiamar a tha Pàdraig?How is Patrick?
- AngusTha e gu math, tapadh leat.He is well, thank you.
- MaireadAn tòisich Pàdraig obair ùr?Did Patrick start a new job?
- AngusTha, tha e glè thoilichte.Yes, he is very happy.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “patrick” translations and entries Pàdraig, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Pàdraig, CC BY-SA 4.0.
