Trish Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Trish is an English name derived from Patricia, which has Latin roots meaning 'noble'. It has evolved from Patricia and has been used since the mid-20th century, reflecting a friendly and approachable image. It does not have biblical relevance and is associated with notable figures in various fields.
The name Trish is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) 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, Trish 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, 'Trish' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1820th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1300th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2904th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5173rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 15202nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Trish' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Trish"
Pronunciation
/trɪʃ/
Origin
English
Etymology
Trish is a diminutive form of the name Patricia, which is derived from the Latin name 'Patricius', meaning 'noble' or 'nobleman'.
Meaning
noble
Language Evolution
Patricia, Patricius, Patrician
Historical Usage
Trish became popular in English-speaking countries during the mid-20th century as a casual and affectionate form of Patricia.
Variants & Derivatives
Patricia, Patty, Tish
Modern Popularity & Image
Trish is often perceived as friendly and approachable, with a modern and informal feel.
Famous People
Trish Stratus, Trish Regan, Trish McEvoy
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Trish"
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 "Trish"
"Trish" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1820th of 12526 | 652 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1300th of 19264 | 1,382 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2904th of 27321 | 593 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5173rd of 35406 | 396 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 15202nd of 30306 | 53 |
Regional Popularity of "Trish" 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 "Trish" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
70.41% 1568th/2227 |
78.19% 1900th/2430 |
89.03% 2540th/2853 |
45.48% 1262nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
39.50% 1160th/2937 |
37.64% 1311th/3483 |
38.97% 1371st/3518 |
41.12% 1663rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
58.72% 2164th/3685 |
54.75% 2450th/4475 |
54.70% 2841st/5194 |
75.86% 4792nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
68.81% 5032nd/7313 |
38.35% 2862nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Trish"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Trish" 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.