Holding steady.
Popularity of Patrizia since 1961
Babies named Patrizia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 125 |
| 1970s | 194 |
| 1980s | 98 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Patrizia is the Italian feminine form of Patrick, a name that traces its origins to the Latin Patricius, meaning 'patrician' or 'nobleman.' In the United States, Patrizia first appeared in Social Security records in 1961 and saw its peak year of usage in 1974. Since then, the name has remained stable in frequency, never entering the Top 1000. Patrizia is not common enough to have a 1-in-N ratio, but it carries an unmistakable Italian elegance. While U.S. popularity has been modest, it has been more common in Italy, where it remains a classic choice. The name has no strong association with any specific U.S. states. Despite its rarity, Patrizia has a timeless feel and offers the accessible nickname Pat or Trizia.
Patrizia is the Italian feminine form of the Latin name Patricius, which originally denoted a member of the patrician class, the noble families of ancient Rome. The name has been used in Italy since the early Christian era, popularized by devotion to Saint Patrick. It remains a classic Italian name, particularly associated with the 1970s in the United States where it saw modest use.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Pat, Patty, Trizia
Variants: Patricia
Sibling names for Patrizia
Names that share Patrizia's style, for a brother or sister.
