Trisha Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationTRISH-uh / ˈtrɪʃəEnglish; Latin
Meaning
Latin: noble; English: derived from Patricia
Historical & Cultural Background
Trisha is often considered a diminutive form of the name Patricia. Patricia has Latin roots, meaning 'noble' or 'noblewoman.' The name Trisha gained popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. It reflects a trend of creating affectionate or informal versions of longer names.
Trend Summary
Trisha saw a peak in popularity in the 1970s and 1980s in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Trish
International Variants
- Patricia (Spanish); Patricia (Italian); Patricia (Portuguese)
Famous people named Trisha
Trisha Yearwood is an American country music singer and author known for her hit songs and cooking shows.
Trisha Paytas is an American media personality and singer recognized for their presence on social media and YouTube.
Fictional characters named Trisha
Trisha Elric is a character in the anime and manga series 'Fullmetal Alchemist,' known as the mother of the main characters.
Trisha McMillan is a character in Douglas Adams' 'The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy,' known for her role as a love interest.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Trisha was first seen in the United States in 1934. Trisha has ranked as high as #300 nationally, which occurred in 1979, and has been most popular in California, Ohio, New York, Illinois, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Trisha has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Trisha (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 | |
| OH | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1944 | 33 |
| 1945 | 46 |
| 1946 | 56 |
| 1947 | 32 |
| 1948 | 29 |
| 1949 | 28 |
| 1950 | 36 |
| 1951 | 50 |
| 1952 | 45 |
| 1953 | 46 |
| 1954 | 42 |
| 1955 | 64 |
| 1956 | 60 |
| 1957 | 54 |
| 1958 | 86 |
| 1959 | 84 |
| 1960 | 103 |
| 1961 | 125 |
| 1962 | 111 |
| 1963 | 403 |
| 1964 | 791 |
| 1965 | 758 |
| 1966 | 678 |
| 1967 | 632 |
| 1968 | 768 |
| 1969 | 1,125 |
| 1970 | 939 |
| 1971 | 929 |
| 1972 | 771 |
| 1973 | 886 |
| 1974 | 1,039 |
| 1975 | 1,501 |
| 1976 | 1,464 |
| 1977 | 1,658 |
| 1978 | 1,580 |
| 1979 | 1,777 |
| 1980 | 1,732 |
| 1981 | 1,726 |
| 1982 | 1,459 |
| 1983 | 1,191 |
| 1984 | 1,021 |
| 1985 | 1,175 |
| 1986 | 1,268 |
| 1987 | 1,189 |
| 1988 | 1,067 |
| 1989 | 980 |
| 1990 | 905 |
| 1991 | 745 |
| 1992 | 800 |
| 1993 | 689 |
| 1994 | 537 |
| 1995 | 415 |
| 1996 | 332 |
| 1997 | 351 |
| 1998 | 273 |
| 1999 | 272 |
| 2000 | 241 |
| 2001 | 199 |
| 2002 | 202 |
| 2003 | 242 |
| 2004 | 235 |
| 2005 | 221 |
| 2006 | 203 |
| 2007 | 177 |
| 2008 | 169 |
| 2009 | 147 |
| 2010 | 130 |
| 2011 | 107 |
| 2012 | 99 |
| 2013 | 110 |
| 2014 | 129 |
| 2015 | 99 |
| 2016 | 100 |
| 2017 | 94 |
| 2018 | 79 |
| 2019 | 69 |
| 2020 | 49 |
| 2021 | 44 |
| 2022 | 45 |
| 2023 | 44 |
| 2024 | 59 |