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The name Patricia originates from the Latin word 'patricius', meaning 'noble'. It has evolved through various languages, including Italian and French, while maintaining its noble connotation. With no direct biblical relevance, Patricia saw a rise in popularity in the 19th century, particularly in the United States. Common traits associated with the name include elegance and sophistication, and it has several variants. Notable figures with this name include Patricia Highsmith and Patricia Arquette.

The name Patricia is most popular in District of Columbia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Patricia has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, falling for female in West. Across generations, 'Patricia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2670th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 643rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 750th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1158th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2302nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 14865th out of 24088 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 80th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 22nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 83rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 323rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 939th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Patricia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.