Patricia
Patricia is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Noble or of noble birth.
Origin and history
Patricia is a classic feminine name derived from the Latin word 'patricius', meaning noble or patrician. It was widely popular in the United States throughout the mid-20th century and ranks among the top female names of all time in historical SSA records. Although less common for newborns today, it remains a timeless and recognizable classic.
Popularity in the United States
1,573,623 babies in the United States have been named Patricia since 1880. It ranks #3 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1098.
States where it is most popular
- NY (10.4 %)
- CA (7.5 %)
- PA (7.2 %)
- IL (6.2 %)
- OH (5.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 58 |
| 1890-1900 | 330 |
| 1900-1910 | 1,336 |
| 1910-1920 | 9,707 |
| 1920-1930 | 74,732 |
| 1930-1940 | 220,582 |
| 1940-1950 | 411,412 |
| 1950-1960 | 459,681 |
| 1960-1970 | 231,178 |
| 1970-1980 | 81,111 |
| 1980-1990 | 45,127 |
| 1990-2000 | 24,118 |
| 2000-2010 | 9,320 |
| 2010-2019 | 3,731 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,200 |
Famous people named Patricia
- Patricia Arquette: Actress
- Patricia Clarkson: Actress
- Patricia Neal: Actress
Nicknames
Pat, Patty, Patti, Trish, Trisha
Fun facts
- Patricia was one of the most popular female names in the United States during the mid-20th century, consistently ranking in the top 10 for decades.
- The name directly derives from the Roman social class of patricians, denoting high status in ancient Rome.