📖 About Patrícia
Patrícia is the Portuguese form of Patricia, from Latin Patricius meaning 'of noble birth' — the Roman patrician class. Spread through Europe via Christianity and the legacy of Saint Patrick, it became enormously popular in Portugal and Brazil from the 1960s through 1980s. Brazilian telenovela culture further cemented its appeal across Latin America. The accented 'í' marks it as distinctly Lusophone, giving this classic name a warm, familiar character across generations.
📍 Details
- OriginPortuguese, Latin
- Gender♀ Female
- MeaningVariant of Patricia. Noble
🔀 Variants & Related Names
⭐ Famous People
- Patrícia Abravanel — Brazilian television presenter and businesswoman, daughter of media mogul Silvio Santos and host of several popular programs on SBT.
- Patrícia Mamona — Portuguese triple jumper and Olympic silver medallist at the Tokyo 2020 Games, one of Portugal's most decorated track and field athletes.
- Patrícia Pillar — Acclaimed Brazilian actress and activist, known for her roles in major Globo telenovelas and her work for social causes.
- Patrícia Poeta — Brazilian journalist and TV presenter, host of Encontro on TV Globo and one of Brazil's most recognised faces in morning television.