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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Feminine form of Patrick: noble, patrician
- Origin
- Latin
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- puh-TRISH-ah
Patricia (puh-TRISH-ah) is a girl's name of Latin origin, the feminine form of Patrick, and it means "noble" or "patrician." It has a classic, vintage feel that has stayed timeless without ever tipping into trendy. If you want a name with a long, dignified history behind it, this one fits.
Meaning & Origin of Patricia
Meaning: Feminine form of Patrick: noble, patrician.
Origin: Latin.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Patricia
puh-TRISH-ahIPA /pəˈtrɪʃə/
Popularity of Patricia
Patricia ranked #3 in 1937, when 26,838 babies were given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #1302, with 177 babies, so today a Patricia is a rare and distinctly vintage choice.
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FAQ
What does the name Patricia mean?
Feminine form of Patrick: noble, patrician. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Patricia?
Patricia is pronounced puh-TRISH-ah (IPA: /pəˈtrɪʃə/).
Is Patricia a popular name right now?
Patricia peaked at #3 in 1937 and is ranked #1302 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1884–2024.)
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