Patrice
Patrice is a girl's name of French origin.
Meaning
Noble or member of the nobility.
Origin and history
Patrice is the French form of the Latin name Patricius, meaning noble. It became popular in the United States during the mid-20th century as an elegant alternative to Patricia. Though its usage has declined in recent years, it remains a classic, recognizable name.
Popularity in the United States
34,083 babies in the United States have been named Patrice since 1880. It ranks #762 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2056.
States where it is most popular
- NY (11 %)
- CA (9.5 %)
- IL (7.7 %)
- PA (6.4 %)
- MI (5.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 56 |
| 1920-1930 | 117 |
| 1930-1940 | 227 |
| 1940-1950 | 946 |
| 1950-1960 | 10,280 |
| 1960-1970 | 7,587 |
| 1970-1980 | 5,321 |
| 1980-1990 | 6,020 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,600 |
| 2000-2010 | 679 |
| 2010-2019 | 205 |
| 2020-2029 | 45 |
Famous people named Patrice
- Patrice Rushen: Musician, Singer
- Patrice Lovely: Actress, Comedian
Nicknames
Pat, Patti, Tee
Fun facts
- While commonly used for females in English-speaking countries, Patrice is traditionally a masculine name in France.
- Patrice saw its highest adoption in the United States between the 1950s and 1970s.