Patricia Otten

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Patricia Otten — noblewoman
1.7 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
Advertisement

Patricia Otten is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Patricia is a feminine given name of Latin origin. Feminine of the Latin Patricius, meaning "nobleman" or "of patrician birth." The feminine equivalent of Patrick. The surname Otten: Otten is a Dutch and Low German patronymic surname (son of Ot, Otte, Otto). It can refer to Andy Otten (born 1989), Australian rules footballer Don Otten (1921–1985), American basketball player Else Otten (1873–1931), Dutch translator Ernie Otten (born 1954), South Dakota politician Frans Otten (1895–1969), Dutch businessman, president of Philips from 1939 to 1961 Otten Cup, annual youth football tournament named after Frans Otten George H. Patricia is one of the most widespread first names worldwide, carried by approximately 1.7 million people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Patricia reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Patricia

Meaning: noblewoman

Latin

Feminine of the Latin Patricius, meaning "nobleman" or "of patrician birth." The feminine equivalent of Patrick.

Surname: Otten

English

Otten is a Dutch and Low German patronymic surname (son of Ot, Otte, Otto). It can refer to Andy Otten (born 1989), Australian rules footballer Don Otten (1921–1985), American basketball player Else Otten (1873–1931), Dutch translator Ernie Otten (born 1954), South Dakota politician Frans Otten (1895–1969), Dutch businessman, president of Philips from 1939 to 1961 Otten Cup, annual youth football tournament named after Frans Otten George H.

Advertisement

Geographic Distribution

The first name Patricia is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 34%
Italy 15%
Spain 12%
Brazil 17%
France 10%
Mexico 12%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Patricia by decade, based on birth registration data:

1900s
1910s
1920s
1930s
1940s
1950s
1960s
1970s
1980s
1990s
2000s
2010s
2020s
Advertisement

Name Variants & Related Names

The name Patricia has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Pat
  • Patty
  • Tricia
  • Patrizia

Notable People Named Patricia Otten

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Patricia Otten:

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

4
Soul Urge Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Patricia?
The first name Patricia originates from Latin. Feminine of the Latin Patricius, meaning "nobleman" or "of patrician birth." The feminine equivalent of Patrick.
When was Patricia most popular?
The name Patricia reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Otten?
The surname Otten originates from English. Otten is a Dutch and Low German patronymic surname (son of Ot, Otte, Otto). It can refer to Andy Otten (born 1989), Australian rules footballer Don Otten (1921–1985), American basketball player Else Otten (1873–1931), Dutch translator Ernie Otten (born 1954), South Dakota politician Frans Otten (1895–1969), Dutch businessman, president of Philips from 1939 to 1961 Otten Cup, annual youth football tournament named after Frans Otten George H.
What are the origins of the name Patricia Otten?
The name Patricia Otten combines two different traditions: the first name Patricia has Latin roots, while the surname Otten originates from English.
Advertisement