Holding steady.
Popularity of Trishia since 1963
Babies named Trishia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 87 |
| 1970s | 252 |
| 1980s | 257 |
| 1990s | 100 |
| 2000s | 5 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Trishia first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1963, reaching its peak popularity in 1981. The name has remained relatively stable in usage since its peak, but has never entered the top 1000 nationally, reflecting its status as a rare and distinctive choice. While its exact origins are uncertain, it is clearly derived from the more common Patricia and Tricia, connecting it to a long tradition of Latin-rooted names meaning 'noble'. The variant spelling with 'ia' gives it a slightly more elaborate feel, fitting a mid-20th century trend. Today, Trishia is uncommon but not unheard-of, and its trajectory suggests it will remain a quiet presence on the naming landscape.
Trishia is a modern elaboration or spelling variant of Tricia, itself a short form of Patricia. Patricia derives from the Latin patricius, meaning 'patrician' or 'noble'. The name entered English usage as a feminine given name in the 19th century, and the variant Trishia appears to have arisen in the mid-20th century, likely influenced by the fashion for names ending in 'ia'.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tris, Trish, Tia
Sibling names for Trishia
Names that share Trishia's style, for a brother or sister.
