Patricia
Patricia: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /pəˈtɹɪʃə/
Meaning and origin of Patricia
Root meaning: “noble”
- A female given name from Latin.
Etymology
From Latin patricia (“noble”); later also seen as the feminine form of the saint's name Patrick.
How popular is Patricia?
Since 1880, 1,573,623 girls and 4,961 boys in the U.S. have been named Patricia (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3 in 1937. Its highest rank for boys was #475 in 1941. In 2025, 167 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Patricia FAQ
What does the name Patricia mean?
Patricia traces back to a root meaning "noble". A female given name from Latin. From Latin patricia (“noble”); later also seen as the feminine form of the saint's name Patrick.
What is the origin of the name Patricia?
Patricia is listed as a name of Latin origin.
How popular is the name Patricia?
Since 1880, 1,573,623 girls and 4,961 boys in the U.S. have been named Patricia (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3 in 1937. Its highest rank for boys was #475 in 1941. In 2025, 167 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Patricia a boy or girl name?
Patricia is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 1,573,623 girls and 4,961 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.