Noble or patrician
Derived from the Latin word 'patricius', meaning noble or of high birth. It is the feminine form of Patrick and was popularized in the 20th century, though it has roots in early Roman social classes.
About 167 girls were named Patricia in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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The same feel as Patricia — far less common.
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