Patricia
p(a)-tri-cia,
pat-ricia
US Popularity:2224
Origin:Latin
Meaning:Noble; Patrician in Ancient Rome
Patricia is a girl's name of Latin origin, meaning "noble or patrician." It is a variant of Patrick, a name synonymous with Ireland thanks to the famous saint celebrated annually on March 17th. In fact, despite the Irish connection, the name Patricia can be traced back to Ancient Rome. Social and political divides cast civilians into two categories: plebeians and patricians, with the latter pointing to someone who ranked high in society. Luckily in today's world, equality is a top priority, with people striving for freedom and fairness for all. Your dear Patricia will no doubt feel free to follow their own path, without the pressure to conform to anyone's rankings except their own!
Famous People Named Patricia
Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
- PatriciaPrincess Louise and Prince Arthur
How Popular Is The Name Patricia?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Patricia is currently #634 on The Bump
Boy:Patricia is currently #363 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Patricia is currently #457 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Patricia is currently #2224 in U.S. births
Girl:Patricia is currently #1183 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
Gender:
Girl
#1183
in 2023
- 68
from 2022
Sources
Ancestry, Patricia Family History
Online Etymology Dictionary, Patricia, October 2017
Online Etymology Dictionary, Patrick, October 2022
WordSense, Patricia
WordSense, patrician
Britannica, St. Patrick, bishop and patron saint of Ireland, October 2023
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