Patricia
girl name#1334 in 2025Patricia entered the US charts in 1884, peaked at #3 in 1937, ranks #1334 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1884–2025
#1334
rank today
#3
peak (1937)
167
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #819 |
| 1890s | #545 |
| 1900s | #301 |
| 1910s | #177 |
| 1920s | #44 |
| 1930s | #5 |
| 1940s | #3 |
| 1950s | #5 |
| 1960s | #9 |
| 1970s | #35 |
| 1980s | #66 |
| 1990s | #143 |
| 2000s | #363 |
| 2010s | #766 |
| 2020s | #1198 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Patricia has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 1,072,000 people named Patricia are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Patricia alive today was born around 1950, making them about 75 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Patricia in 2025?
- Patricia ranks #1334 among US girl names in 2025, with 167 babies given the name.
- When was the name Patricia most popular?
- Patricia peaked in 1937, reaching #3 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Patricia with classmates?
- Patricia will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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