Mary vs Patricia
Mary
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Beloved, wished-for child
Peak: 1880 (7.24%)
Patricia
Gender: boy
Origin: Latin
Meaning: Noble woman
Peak: 1951 (3.06%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Mary | Patricia |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 7.24% | - |
| 1890 | 5.99% | 0.01% |
| 1900 | 5.26% | 0.03% |
| 1910 | 5.44% | 0.08% |
| 1920 | 5.71% | 0.20% |
| 1930 | 5.50% | 1.35% |
| 1940 | 4.76% | 2.76% |
| 1950 | 3.72% | 2.72% |
| 1960 | 2.48% | 1.54% |
| 1970 | 1.05% | 0.73% |
| 1980 | 0.64% | 0.30% |
| 1990 | 0.42% | 0.17% |
| 2000 | 0.31% | 0.07% |
FAQ
Is Mary or Patricia more popular?
Mary has historically been more popular. Mary peaked in 1880 while Patricia peaked in 1951.
What do Mary and Patricia mean?
Mary means "Beloved, wished-for child" while Patricia means "Noble woman".