Patricia
Patricia is a girl name of Latin origin meaning “Noble, patrician”, pronounced puh-TRISH-ah. It ranked #1336 in the United States in 2025, given to 167 babies, and peaked at #3 in 1951. Common nicknames: Pat, Patti, Tricia.
How popular is Patricia in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Patricia mean, and where does it come from?
Patricia is the feminine of Patricius, "noble" or "of the patrician class" — the same name as Patrick, whose Irish fame it borrows. It reached third place for American girls in 1951 and belongs to that decade as completely as Barbara and Linda; it was also a favourite in Spain, Germany and Poland. Patti, Pat, Tricia and Patsy divided the nicknames between them. It has declined steadily since 1970 and is now where all mid-century names wait — out of fashion, and a generation from returning.
How is Patricia used around the world?
Patricia is used in 6 languages worldwide, with 11+ international variants.
Male FormPatricio
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Patricia?
Famous People Named Patricia
- Patricia Highsmith — American novelist, author of The Talented Mr Ripley
- Patricia Neal — American actress and Academy Award winner
- Patricia Bath — American ophthalmologist and inventor of laser cataract surgery
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Patricia mean?
Patricia is a girl name of Latin origin meaning "Noble, patrician." Patricia is the feminine of Patricius, "noble" or "of the patrician class" — the same name as Patrick, whose Irish fame it borrows. It reached third place for American girls in 1951 and belongs to that decade as completely as Barbara and Linda; it was also a favourite in Spain, Germany and Poland.
How do you pronounce Patricia?
Patricia is pronounced puh-TRISH-ah. Common variations include Patrycja, Patrizia, Patrícia.
Is Patricia a girl name?
Yes, Patricia is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Pat, Patti, Tricia, Patsy.