Patricia

Patricia is the feminine form of the Latin name Patricius, which was originally used as a designation for an aristocratic upper class in ancient Rome ("Patricians"). The name is derived from the Latin word patricius, meaning "noble" or "patrician", and carries the meaning "the noble one" or "the patrician".

What does the name Patricia mean?

Patricia is the female variant of the Latin Patricius, which represents an ancient Roman designation for the upper class ("Patricians"). The name, derived from the Latin patricius meaning "noble, patrician", is particularly known due to the veneration of Saint Patricia of Naples (7th century). The popularity of the name has also been influenced by Saint Patrick of Ireland (5th century), Ireland's national saint, as Patricia is the female counterpart to Patrick. The first name is widespread in many languages, including English, French, Spanish, and also German. In Portuguese, the form Patrícia is used. With about 5.6 million bearers, Patricia is among the most common girl names worldwide. International variants include Patricija (South Slavic, Baltic), Patrizia (Italian), and Patrycja (Polish). Popular short forms include Pat, Patti, Pattie, Patty, Tricia, Trish, and Trisha. Notable bearers include American actress Patricia Arquette, writer Patricia Highsmith, and French singer Patricia Kaas.

Where does the name Patricia come from?

The first name Patricia has Latin roots and means "the noble one" or "the patrician".

How do you pronounce Patricia?

The sound and pronunciation of Patricia are four to five syllables and rhythmically shaped. In the German language, the name is usually pronounced as "Pa-tri-ci-a" [patʁiˈtsiːa], with the long "ci" syllable carrying the emphasis. The structure is supported by the consonant cluster in the center, while the open "a" at the end provides a gentle conclusion. Patricia conveys an elegant and confident impression – international, sonorous, and present.

When is the name day of Patricia?

The name days for Patricia are celebrated on March 17 (Patrick of Ireland) and August 25 (Patricia of Naples).

Popularity

In Germany, Patricia began to gain popularity in the early 1930s. Initially, the name was less common, but over the decades, it established an increasingly solid position. The peak phase was particularly notable between the late 1950s and the 1990s, during which Patricia was among the most frequently given names in many years, reaching its highest rank of 58 in 1973.

Nicknames & pet names

Cici / Dici / Facicia / Ici / Icia Pizza / Pa / Pacci / Paci / Paddi / Paddy / Padi / Padl / Padsy / Pady / Pat / Patci / Patey / Pati / Patri / Patrice / Patrici / Patrischa / Patrisha / Patrizzle / Patro / Patsi / Pattafix / Patte / Patti / Pattusch / Patty / Patu / Paty / Patze / Patzi / Patzy / Pety / Pici / Pitzi / Piz / Prizi / Rici / Tici / Tiza / Tizi / Tizia / Trici / Tricia / Tris / Trischa / Trischi / Trish / Trisha / Tritz / Trizi / Trizia / Triziii / Trizn

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Famous people

• Gracia Patricia of Monaco (actress)
• Saint Patricia (patron saint of Naples)
• Patricia Arquette (actress)
• Patricia Barry (American actress)
• Patricia Bredin (British actress)
• Patricia Bruder (American actress)
• Patricia Burford Ryan (American writer)
• Patricia Cardoso (film director from Colombia)
• Patricia Cornwell (writer)
• Patricia Erbelding (artist from France)
• Patricia Finney (writer from England)
• Patricia Firman (actress from Australia)
• Patricia Garfield (* 1935, American psychotherapist)
• Patricia Giovanna Cantú (singer, actress)
• Patricia Girard (French hurdler)
• Patricia Green (American film producer)
• Patricia Halliwell (witch in "Charmed")
• Patricia Heaton (American actress)
• Patricia Highsmith (crime author)
• Patricia Holmes (American cricketer)