Patience
GirlPatience is a girl's name of Latin origin meaning "The quality of being patient, as the bearing of provocation, annoyance, misfortune, or pain, without complaint, loss of temper, irritation, or the like.". It is pronounced PAY-shuhns. Today it is a rare name (popularity 22/100).
Latin origin · /PAY-shuhns/ · biblical
Meaning: The quality of being patient, as the bearing of provocation, annoyance, misfortune, or pain, without complaint, loss of temper, irritation, or the like.
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Today, Patience is a rare name (popularity 22/100).
The name Patience originates from the Latin word 'patientia', which means 'endurance' or 'forbearance'. It was adopted into English in the Middle Ages as a virtue name, reflecting one of the Christian virtues. The name gained popularity among Puritans in the 16th and 17th centuries and has been used sporadically since then. It embodies the quality of calmly enduring difficult circumstances.
Frequently asked questions about Patience
What does Patience mean?
Patience means "The quality of being patient, as the bearing of provocation, annoyance, misfortune, or pain, without complaint, loss of temper, irritation, or the like.". It is of Latin origin.
Is Patience a boy or girl name?
Patience is traditionally a girl's name.
How popular is Patience?
Patience is a rare name, with a popularity score of 22/100.
How is Patience pronounced?
Patience is pronounced PAY-shuhns.
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