Tricia Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationTRISH-uh / ˈtrɪʃəLatin; English
Meaning
Latin: noble; English: derived from Patricia
Historical & Cultural Background
Tricia is often considered a diminutive of Patricia, which has Latin roots meaning 'noble'. The name Patricia was popularized by early Christian saints and has been widely used in English-speaking countries. Tricia emerged as a standalone name in the 20th century, gaining popularity in the United States. It is primarily used as a feminine name, though it may occasionally be used for boys.
Trend Summary
Tricia saw a peak in popularity in the mid-20th century but has since declined in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Trish
International Variants
- Patricia (Spanish)
- Patrícia (Portuguese)
- Patrizia (Italian)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tricia was first seen in the United States in 1969. Tricia has ranked as high as #1106 nationally, which occurred in 1971, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Tricia has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tricia
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1969 | 8 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1971 | 16 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1984 | 5 |