Felicia
Felicia is a Latin name meaning 'lucky' or 'happy,' derived from the word 'felix.' It has been used since ancient Roman times and carries a joyful, optimistic meaning that has made it beloved across many cultures.
Current Popularity
#5607 for girls
in the United States (2025)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in most languages
- •The name has a distinctly positive meaning that resonates across cultures
- •Popular in the 1980s-90s, now considered a vintage choice
- •Works well in both formal and casual settings
- •Multiple spelling variations exist
Similar Names
Famous People
Felicia Day
Actress and web series creator
Felicia Rashad
Actress, known for 'The Cosby Show'
Felicia Pearson
Actress and author
Felicia Hemans
19th-century British poet
Statistics
91,092
Total births since 1880
1986
Peak year
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