Particia
A feminine name of Latin origin meaning "noble or patrician".
Name Census estimates that about 95 living Americans carry the first name Particia. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Particia today is around 54 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Particia births was 1966 (11 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Particia. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Particia. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
95
~ 1 in 3,607,940 Americans
Peak year
1966
11 babies that year
Average age
54
years old
1994 SSA rank
#15,100
Tracked since 1950
Popularity
Particia: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Particia from the 1950s through to the 1990s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1970s, with 46 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1970s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Particia by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Particia during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Particia
The name Particia is a feminine given name that originated in ancient Rome, derived from the Latin word "patrician," which referred to the aristocratic class of ancient Roman society. The patricians were members of the aristocratic families that traced their ancestry back to the founding fathers of Rome.
In the early days of ancient Rome, the patricians held immense power and influence, serving as senators and holding key positions in the government and military. The name Particia was likely bestowed upon girls born into these noble families as a symbol of their elite status and lineage.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Particia can be found in the writings of the Roman historian Livy, who lived from 59 BC to 17 AD. Livy's historical accounts mention several Roman women bearing the name Particia, underscoring its prevalence among the aristocratic circles of that era.
Throughout the centuries, the name Particia has been borne by a number of notable individuals. One of the most famous was Particia of Rome (c. 348 – 413 AD), a renowned Christian martyr who was executed during the reign of Emperor Honorius for her unwavering faith. Her courage and steadfastness in the face of persecution earned her veneration in the Catholic Church, and she is celebrated as a saint.
Another prominent figure was Particia of Naples (c. 1090 – 1144), a Benedictine nun and mystic who founded the Monastery of St. Gaudioso in Naples, Italy. Her writings and teachings on spiritual matters were widely influential during her lifetime and beyond.
In the realm of literature, Particia Highsmith (1921 – 1995) was an American novelist and short story writer, best known for her psychological thrillers, including the iconic novel "The Talented Mr. Ripley." Her works explored the depths of human psyche and the complexities of morality, earning her critical acclaim.
The world of art also saw its share of notable Particias, such as Particia Cronin (1938 – 2010), an Irish painter renowned for her vibrant and expressive landscapes and seascapes. Her works captured the essence of the Irish countryside and coastline, earning her recognition both nationally and internationally.
Last but not least, Particia Bath (1942 – 2019) was an American ophthalmologist and inventor, best known for her groundbreaking work in the field of laser cataract surgery. Her innovative techniques and patents revolutionized the treatment of cataracts, improving the lives of countless patients worldwide.
People
Particia + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Particia as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with P
Other first names starting with P with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Particia: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Particia?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 95 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Particia going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 3,607,940 US residents.
Is Particia a common name?
We classify Particia as "Very Rare". It ranks above 63.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 111 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Particia most popular?
The single biggest year for Particia was 1966, when 11 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Particia is about 54 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Particia a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Particia in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.