Matricia

“Form of 'Matricius', related to the mother or matron.”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1596US 2023

604Births / yr

→Stable

58All-time births

📅 Since 195200

How to pronounce Matricia

MATR·IK·EE·uh

/ˈmætr.ˈɪk.ˈiː.ə/ · stress on MATR · 4 syllables

“Form of 'Matricius', related to the mother or matron.”

American origin · Girl name

What does Matricia mean and where does it come from?

Matricia is a modern name likely derived from the Latin root 'mater', meaning 'mother'. This name may reflect the values of motherhood or have connections to names like Patricia. It is not widely recorded before the late 20th century, where it began to appear within American naming practices.

Cultural significance

Matricia has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of form of 'matricius', related to the mother or matron..

Peak popularity

Reached #5467 in 1959 — currently #1596 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Matricia?

Matricia works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Matricia Grace

How popular is Matricia right now?

Holding steady — currently #1596 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1955–2023#1596 · Top 1.2%

1955

1975

1980

1985

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1596	604	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2022	#1601	584	▲ up 5 · +5% births
2021	#1606	554	▲ up 9513 · +10980% births
1985	#11119	5	▼ down 260
1980	#10859	5	▼ down 4100 · -37% births
1975	#6759	8	▼ down 216 · +60% births
1955	#6543	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Matricia

Best Year2023Rank #1596

Peak Count604

Average Rank#5726

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1955 - 20237 years

The story of Matricia

Matricia entered American naming records in 1952 and has been in use for over 72 years. With 58 total births recorded, Matricia remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #6543 in 1955 to #1596 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Matricia in 1959:

Mary Susan Linda Karen Donna

Matricia by decade

Matricia peaked in the 1950s. See all 1950s names →

Decade	Births
1950s	17
1960s ★	18
1970s	13
1980s	10

💎Matricia has only 58 total recorded births since 1952 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Matricia?

Common

MatMaIcia

What names sound and feel like Matricia?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Matricia also consider these

Maticia

American · Possibly a variation

Matracia

American · Possibly derived from

natricia

American · a variation of

Katricia

American · pure

Marticia

American · of Mars; warrior

Marlicia

American · English

Latricia

American · The name likely

Martricia

USA · Combination of 'Martha'

Common questions about the name Matricia

What does the name Matricia mean?

Matricia means "Form of 'Matricius', related to the mother or matron." — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Matricia?

Matricia is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Matricia?

Matricia originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Matricia?

Matricia is a four-syllable name pronounced M AE1 T R IH1 K IY1 AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Matricia?

Matricia pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.