Mary vs Patricia
Comparing Mary and Patricia? Both are popular picks for parents in 2026. Mary ranks in the Top 100 tier and traces to Hebrew naming roots (meaning "Bitter, beloved"). Patricia sits in the Top 100 tier with Latin origins (meaning "Noble, patrician").
Mary
- Meaning: Bitter, beloved
- Origin: Hebrew
- Popularity (2026): Top 100
- Full Mary name page
Patricia
- Meaning: Noble, patrician
- Origin: Latin
- Popularity (2026): Top 100
- Full Patricia name page
Which name is more popular: Mary or Patricia?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Mary ranks higher (Top 100) than Patricia (Top 100).