Tricia
Tricia is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Noble or of noble birth.
Origin and history
Tricia originated as a diminutive of Patricia, which derives from the Latin word patricius meaning noble. It became popular as an independent given name in the United States during the mid-to-late 20th century. Today, its usage for newborns has significantly declined, giving it a classic retro feel.
Popularity in the United States
40,134 babies in the United States have been named Tricia since 1880. It ranks #685 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2057.
States where it is most popular
- CA (10.5 %)
- NY (8.9 %)
- OH (7.9 %)
- PA (6.5 %)
- IL (6.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 10 |
| 1940-1950 | 227 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,491 |
| 1960-1970 | 7,569 |
| 1970-1980 | 20,520 |
| 1980-1990 | 7,088 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,462 |
| 2000-2010 | 545 |
| 2010-2019 | 178 |
| 2020-2029 | 44 |
Famous people named Tricia
- Tricia Nixon Cox: Public Figure
- Tricia Helfer: Actress, Model
- Tricia O'Kelley: Actress, Producer
Nicknames
Trish, Trie
Fun facts
- The name gained notable public visibility through Tricia Nixon Cox, the elder daughter of U.S. President Richard Nixon.
- Tricia experienced its highest U.S. popularity during the late 1960s and 1970s.