Paddy is a unisex name with a rare feel, drawn from real birth records.
| Country | Births on record |
|---|---|
| United States since 1880 | 341 births |
| England & Wales since 1996 | 850 births |
| Ireland since 1964 | 1,021 births |
Counts come from national birth registrations: the U.S. Social Security Administration, England & Wales (ONS) and Ireland (CSO). Coverage spans differ, so totals aren't directly comparable across countries.
Babies named Paddy per year — Ireland (1964–2025). Ireland peaked in 2022 (60/yr) · England & Wales peaked in 2023 (50/yr) · United States peaked in 1934 (28/yr).
Paddy reached its peak in 1934, when it was the #2524 most popular baby name in the United States — making it a quintessential 1930s name.
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