Felecia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Felecia originates from the Latin word 'felix,' meaning happy or fortunate. The name has evolved through historical forms such as Felicia. It is associated with positive traits and has no biblical relevance. Felecia gained popularity in the United States in the mid-20th century and is perceived as elegant and joyful today.
The name Felecia is most popular in Alabama, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Felecia has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Felecia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3504th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3688th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 729th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 638th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1165th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6612th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Felecia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Felecia"
Pronunciation
/fəˈliːʃə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Felecia is derived from the Latin word 'felix,' meaning 'happy' or 'fortunate.'
Meaning
happy, fortunate
Language Evolution
Felicia, Felecia
Historical Usage
Felecia gained popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century, often associated with the broader trend of using names derived from Latin roots.
Variants & Derivatives
Felicia, Fely, Feleciah
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Felecia is perceived as a unique and elegant name, often associated with positivity and joy.
Famous People
Felecia Bell, an American artist known for her work in textile design., Felecia Hatcher, a notable entrepreneur and author.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Felecia"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Felecia"
"Felecia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3504th of 9107 | 121 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3688th of 9204 | 112 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 729th of 12526 | 3,382 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 638th of 19264 | 4,113 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1165th of 27321 | 2,254 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 6612th of 35406 | 286 |
Regional Popularity of "Felecia" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Felecia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
36.96% 823rd/2227 |
40.95% 995th/2430 |
17.46% 498th/2853 |
37.62% 1044th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
26.18% 769th/2937 |
32.01% 1115th/3483 |
11.51% 405th/3518 |
28.91% 1169th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
32.43% 1195th/3685 |
33.45% 1497th/4475 |
16.90% 878th/5194 |
32.74% 2068th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Felecia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Felecia" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.