Origin, Meaning, And History of Patricia
帕特丽夏is a common Latin name derived from the Latin word “patrician,”which means “noble.” It is the female version of the masculine name Patrick. Patricia was used as a first name among English speakers in Scotland in the 18th century. Although it has ancient roots, there is no reference to the name Patricia in the Bible.
Although the earliest use of this name has been recorded in the 18th century, a few baptisms and marriages can be found with this name in the 16th century in Britain. The name can also be traced back to Patricia of Naples, who was an Italian virgin and saint of noble nature and might have been related to the Roman Emperor. She was also thought to be a descendant of Constantine I or Constantine, the Great, a Roman Emperor who was the first to be converted to Christianity.
Patrick, a male diminutive of Patricia, was the patron saint of Ireland in the 5th century and was credited for bringing Christianity to the people of his country. Patricia earned popularity after Queen Victoria named her granddaughter Patricia in 1886. She came to known as Princess Patricia of Connaught and was the younger daughter of king Arthur, Duke of Connaught.
此后在t。帕特丽夏成为时尚的名字he UK and the US till 1960. The name also had references in popular culture with the creators using the name for characters in their fictional works.帕特丽夏Robertsonis a fictional character in the American comics published by Marvel Comics.帕特丽夏Walkeris a superhero appearing in Marvel Comics. Patricia is Morgana’s human alter ego from “The Little Mermaid II: Return to the Sea.” Several nicknames can be used for Patricia, like Pat, Patsie, Patty, Pattie, Patti, Trixie, and Tricia. The name has several variations in multiple languages and cultures and has been growing in popularity in the recent times.
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Famous People With The Name Patricia
- 帕特丽夏of NaplesItalian Roman Catholic Church saint
- 帕特丽夏ArquetteAmerican actress and director
- 帕特丽夏BriggsAmerican author
- Pat DowellAmerican politician
- Pat NixonFormer First Lady of the US
- Princess Patricia of ConnaughtMember of the British royal family
帕特丽夏On The Popularity Chart
According to the US census of 1990, Patricia was the second most popular name. Check out the graph below to know more about the name’s popularity.
Popularity Over Time
The name Patricia gained popularity in the 19th century after Princess Patricia of Connaught was given this name. It was most popular from 1929-1980 after which it saw steady decline as represented in the graph.
Source:Social Security AdministrationRank Over Time
帕特丽夏earned the third-ranking from 1937-1943 according to the Social Security Administration data, after which it ranked at 745 in 2016. See the graphical representation for a better understanding.
Source:Social Security AdministrationNames With Similar Sound As Patricia
Did the sound of the name Patricia grab your attention? Here are some interesting similar-sounding names but with different meanings.
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Names With Similar Meaning As Patricia
If you are looking for names that sound synonymous with “noble,” you are at the right place. Have a look at these names below.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the meaning of the name Patricia?
The name Patricia means noble woman.
2. What is the origin of the name Patricia?
帕特丽夏has a Latin origin.
3. How to pronounce the name Patricia?
帕特丽夏is pronounced as pa-tri-cee-a.
4. Which unique and meaningful baby names are similar to Patricia’s?
If you are looking for phonetically similar names ending with -cia, names likeAlicia, meaning ‘noble,’Leticia, meaning ‘joy, happiness,’ andAnastacia, meaning ‘resurrection,’ may appeal to you. Alternatively, similar meaning names such asAdelaandAryacould also be considered for Patricia.
5. Are there any famous Patricias in the field of science or academia?
帕特丽夏Hill Collins is an American academic. She was one of the Presidents of the American Sociological Association (ASA) and the first African-American woman in the position. Another eminent woman is Patricia K. Quinn in the STEM field. She is an atmospheric chemist at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Agency. She is known for her work on sea spray aerosols and the impact of airborne pollutants in the Arctic.
6. Are there any famous athletes or sports personalities named Patricia?
A notable namesake in sports is Patricia Hennin, a Canadian Paralympic swimmer, track and field athlete, and football player who won silver medals in the 1984 Summer Paralympics.
