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PatriceChristian Male Biblical name meaning

Little, noble one

Pronunciation: Pa-TREE-s

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Name
Patrice
Meaning
Little, noble one
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
Pa-TREE-s
Lucky Number
13
13
Lucky Number
Friday
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Patrice mean?

Patrice is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Little". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: Pa-TREE-s. Lucky number: 13. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Greek

Greek is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

Πατρίκη

Πατρίκη σημαίνει απόγονος του Πατρικά

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

Pa-TREE-s

IPA

/pəˈtriːs/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Patrice is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is Little. Category: Saint.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

13

Lucky Day

Friday

Lucky Colors

GreenPink

Lucky Stone

Rose Quartz

Life Path Number

2

Numerology meaning: Patrice embodies kindness, sensitivity, and intuition

Personality

Personality Traits

CompassionateLoyalD = DevotedS = Spiritual

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbolizes devotion, loyalty, and nobility

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Patricia or Patrice carries a sense of nobility, dignity and elegance in many cultures. In Christianity, the name Patricia has been associated with strong and influential women. For instance, Patricia of Rome, an early Christian saint and martyr, is venerated for her steadfast faith and courage. In popular culture, Patricia or Patrice has been the name of numerous prominent figures, including Patricia Arquette, an accomplished actress, and Patricia Highsmith, a famous novelist.
The name Patricia or Patrice can evoke feelings of connection to one's spiritual heritage and noble lineage. It can serve as a reminder to strive for excellence and moral integrity in one's life. The name can also be a source of strength and inspiration, as it carries the legacy of noble and virtuous women throughout history. In a spiritual sense, Patricia or Patrice may represent a call to live a life of nobility and dignity, reflecting the inner nobility and worth that comes from being a child of God.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Patrice Lumumba, the first Prime Minister of the Republic of the Congo, was assassinated in 1961. The name Patrice carried significant spiritual weight in that era.

20th century

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Patrice RushenPatrice Motsepe

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Patrice

Patrice means nobleman or patrician, related to Saint Patrick

🇮🇱Hebrew

פטריס

פטריס משמעות נגזרת מפטרוס האפוסטול

🇬🇷Greek

Πατρίκη

Πατρίκη σημαίνει απόγονος του Πατρικά

🇮🇹Latin

Patrice

Patrice means nobleman or patrician

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