Patricia
Patricia is a Christian girl name of Latin origin, meaning “Noble, patrician”.
| Meaning | Noble, patrician |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Latin |
| Pronunciation | puh-TRISH-uh |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | United States, United Kingdom, Ireland, Spain |
Meaning and origin of Patricia
Patricia is the feminine of Patricius, the Latin word for a member of Rome's noble class, the patricians. The male form became famous through Saint Patrick, the fifth-century missionary to Ireland. The feminine was given a boost in Britain by Princess Patricia of Connaught, a granddaughter of Queen Victoria, and it became one of the most common American girls' names of the 1930s to 1950s.
Is Patricia a Christian name?
Patricia is associated with Saint Patrick and with Saint Patricia of Naples, a Catholic saint, so it has a strongly Christian, and especially Irish Catholic, feel.
How popular is Patricia?
One of the most popular names of the mid-twentieth century; much less common for babies now.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Patricia mean?
Patricia means 'Noble, patrician'. It is of Latin origin.
Is Patricia a Christian name?
Patricia is associated with Saint Patrick and with Saint Patricia of Naples, a Catholic saint, so it has a strongly Christian, and especially Irish Catholic, feel.
How do you pronounce Patricia?
Patricia is pronounced puh-TRISH-uh.
Is Patricia a boy or girl name?
Patricia is usually a girl name.