Porcha Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Porcha originates from Modern English as a variation of Portia, which itself comes from Latin meaning 'portion' or 'share'. It evolved through historical forms such as Portia and Porcia. The name has gained popularity in the 20th century and is perceived as unique and modern. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Porcha"
Pronunciation
/ˈpɔːrʧə/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
The name Porcha is a variation of the name Portia, which is derived from the Latin word 'portio', meaning 'portion' or 'share'. It is often associated with the character Portia from Shakespeare's play 'The Merchant of Venice'.
Meaning
portion, share
Language Evolution
Portia, Porcia, Porcha
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a unique variation of Portia.
Variants & Derivatives
Portia, Porsha, Porsche
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, the name Porcha is viewed as modern and unique, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Porcha Williams - American actress and model, Porcha Johnson - American singer and songwriter
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 88 peak births in 1990
Geographic Spread
Popular across 13 US states, with strongest presence in Illinois
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Porcha"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Porcha"
"Porcha" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 9338th of 19264 | 54 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2497th of 27321 | 738 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 15388th of 35406 | 73 |
Regional Popularity of "Porcha" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Porcha" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
100.00% 2937th/2937 |
- | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
47.14% 1737th/3685 |
82.53% 3693rd/4475 |
40.74% 2116th/5194 |
47.93% 3028th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Porcha"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Porcha" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Porcha" in the United States
The name Porcha is most popular in Illinois, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the MidWest region. 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, Porcha has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Porcha' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9338th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2497th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 15388th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Porcha' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.