Felicita Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Felicita originates from Latin, meaning 'happy' or 'fortunate'. It evolved through various languages while retaining its joyful connotation. The name has biblical relevance and is linked to positive traits. Its popularity grew in the early Christian era and remains associated with cheerfulness today.
The name Felicita is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the Northeast 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, Felicita 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, 'Felicita' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2105th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2242nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2276th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2713th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5107th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11761st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 28476th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Felicita' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Felicita"
Pronunciation
/fəˈlɪʧɪtə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Felicita derives from the Latin word 'felix', meaning 'happy' or 'fortunate'.
Meaning
happy, fortunate
Language Evolution
Felicitas (Latin), Felicita (Italian), Felicité (French), Felicidade (Portuguese)
Historical Usage
Felicita gained popularity in the early Christian era as a name associated with happiness and good fortune, particularly in regions influenced by Latin culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Felicity, Felicitas, Felicité
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Felicita is perceived as elegant and cheerful, often associated with positive traits and a sunny disposition.
Famous People
Felicita Barrera, a noted Italian artist, Felicita C. Marquez, a prominent Filipino politician
📊 Felicita Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Felicita Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 36 peak births in 1964
Geographic Spread
Popular across 7 US states, with strongest presence in Texas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Felicita"
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 "Felicita"
"Felicita" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2105th of 9107 | 298 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2242nd of 9204 | 265 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2276th of 12526 | 450 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2713th of 19264 | 438 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5107th of 27321 | 268 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 11761st of 35406 | 122 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 28476th of 30306 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Felicita" 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 "Felicita" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
46.28% 1095th/2366 |
79.42% 907th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
93.51% 1455th/1556 |
45.01% 1059th/2353 |
100.00% 1547th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
42.59% 1035th/2430 |
54.05% 1542nd/2853 |
88.07% 2444th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
100.00% 2937th/2937 |
36.52% 1272nd/3483 |
64.24% 2260th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
64.72% 2896th/4475 |
80.90% 4202nd/5194 |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 7463rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Felicita"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Felicita" 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.