Patricia Girl
Origin(s)
Latin; English
Meaning
Latin: noble; English: noblewoman
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Patricia is derived from the Latin word 'patricius', meaning noble or patrician. It became popular in the English-speaking world in the 19th century. The name has been associated with various saints, particularly Saint Patricia, which has contributed to its use in Christian contexts. Patricia has been a common name in many cultures and has seen various adaptations over time.
Trend Summary
Patricia was most popular in the mid-20th century but has seen a decline in usage in recent years.
Similar Names
Patrice, Patsy, Paige, Poppy, Piper
Variants
- Patrice
- Patricia
International Variants
- Patrícia (Portuguese)
- Patrizia (Italian)
- Patrice (French)
Famous people named Patricia
Patricia Highsmith was an American novelist known for her psychological thrillers, including 'Strangers on a Train'.
Patricia Arquette is an American actress recognized for her roles in films such as 'Boyhood' and the TV series 'Medium'.
Patricia Clarkson is an American actress acclaimed for her performances in both film and television, winning several awards.
Patricia Neal was an American actress celebrated for her work in film and theater, winning an Academy Award for 'Hud'.
Fictional characters named Patricia
Patricia 'Pat' Hingle is a character in the 'Patricia Hingle' series, known for her adventurous spirit.
Patricia 'Patsy' Stone is a character from the British sitcom 'Absolutely Fabulous', known for her flamboyant personality.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Patricia was first seen in the United States in 1884. Patricia has ranked as high as #9 nationally which occurred in 1951 and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Florida, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Patricia has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Patricia (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 24 | |
NY | 17 | |
TX | 16 | |
FL | 11 | |
NC | 7 | |
VA | 7 | |
TN | 6 | |
CO | 6 | |
IN | 6 | |
NJ | 5 | |
WA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1884 | 6 |
1885 | 5 |
1886 | 8 |
1887 | 10 |
1888 | 12 |
1889 | 17 |
1890 | 11 |
1891 | 12 |
1892 | 21 |
1893 | 28 |
1894 | 36 |
1895 | 35 |
1896 | 37 |
1897 | 49 |
1898 | 47 |
1899 | 55 |
1900 | 87 |
1901 | 68 |
1902 | 85 |
1903 | 79 |
1904 | 124 |
1905 | 121 |
1906 | 157 |
1907 | 177 |
1908 | 205 |
1909 | 233 |
1910 | 316 |
1911 | 325 |
1912 | 504 |
1913 | 588 |
1914 | 656 |
1915 | 895 |
1916 | 1,078 |
1917 | 1,441 |
1918 | 1,760 |
1919 | 2,144 |
1920 | 2,502 |
1921 | 3,380 |
1922 | 3,902 |
1923 | 4,800 |
1924 | 6,957 |
1925 | 8,096 |
1926 | 8,586 |
1927 | 10,554 |
1928 | 12,331 |
1929 | 13,624 |
1930 | 15,751 |
1931 | 16,470 |
1932 | 17,990 |
1933 | 18,632 |
1934 | 20,844 |
1935 | 22,879 |
1936 | 23,916 |
1937 | 26,838 |
1938 | 27,558 |
1939 | 29,701 |
1940 | 32,667 |
1941 | 36,904 |
1942 | 39,464 |
1943 | 39,621 |
1944 | 36,872 |
1945 | 35,843 |
1946 | 46,298 |
1947 | 51,278 |
1948 | 46,140 |
1949 | 46,325 |
1950 | 47,944 |
1951 | 56,446 |
1952 | 53,098 |
1953 | 51,021 |
1954 | 49,149 |
1955 | 46,226 |
1956 | 43,330 |
1957 | 39,282 |
1958 | 37,966 |
1959 | 35,224 |
1960 | 32,105 |
1961 | 28,889 |
1962 | 26,532 |
1963 | 25,374 |
1964 | 26,090 |
1965 | 23,553 |
1966 | 20,111 |
1967 | 17,753 |
1968 | 15,804 |
1969 | 14,958 |
1970 | 13,406 |
1971 | 11,469 |
1972 | 9,600 |
1973 | 8,477 |
1974 | 8,036 |
1975 | 7,053 |
1976 | 6,017 |
1977 | 5,904 |
1978 | 5,498 |
1979 | 5,650 |
1980 | 5,310 |
1981 | 5,284 |
1982 | 5,168 |
1983 | 4,926 |
1984 | 4,476 |
1985 | 4,402 |
1986 | 4,246 |
1987 | 3,913 |
1988 | 3,799 |
1989 | 3,604 |
1990 | 3,579 |
1991 | 3,419 |
1992 | 2,950 |
1993 | 2,659 |
1994 | 2,363 |
1995 | 2,161 |
1996 | 1,970 |
1997 | 1,781 |
1998 | 1,704 |
1999 | 1,532 |
2000 | 1,393 |
2001 | 1,224 |
2002 | 1,115 |
2003 | 1,011 |
2004 | 997 |
2005 | 880 |
2006 | 776 |
2007 | 728 |
2008 | 630 |
2009 | 565 |
2010 | 479 |
2011 | 431 |
2012 | 396 |
2013 | 419 |
2014 | 379 |
2015 | 351 |
2016 | 387 |
2017 | 308 |
2018 | 299 |
2019 | 281 |
2020 | 217 |
2021 | 212 |
2022 | 222 |
2023 | 202 |
2024 | 177 |