Felicitas Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Felicitas originates from Latin, meaning happy or fortunate. It evolved through various languages while retaining its joyful connotation. The name has historical roots in Roman mythology and early Christian traditions, linked to the goddess of fortune. Though not widely used today, it is perceived positively, often associated with happiness. There are notable figures named Felicitas, including saints and artists.
The name Felicitas is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation 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, Felicitas has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Felicitas' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1397th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1472nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2856th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4494th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6364th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 10898th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 16629th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Felicitas' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Felicitas"
Pronunciation
/fɛˈlɪsɪtəs/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Felicitas is derived from the Latin word 'felix', which means 'happy' or 'fortunate'. In Roman mythology, Felicitas was the goddess of good luck and fortune.
Meaning
happy, fortunate
Language Evolution
Felicitas (Latin), Felicite (Old French), Felicidad (Spanish), Felicità (Italian)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the early Christian period, particularly in the 3rd century, due to the veneration of several saints named Felicitas.
Variants & Derivatives
Felicity, Felicitas, Felicie, Felicita
Modern Popularity & Image
Felicitas is viewed positively, often associated with happiness and good fortune. It remains a relatively uncommon name but is appreciated for its classic and elegant sound.
Famous People
Felicitas de Souza, a notable Brazilian artist, Saint Felicitas, a martyr in early Christianity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Felicitas"
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 "Felicitas"
"Felicitas" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1397th of 9107 | 560 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1472nd of 9204 | 509 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2856th of 12526 | 313 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4494th of 19264 | 203 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6364th of 27321 | 196 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 10898th of 35406 | 138 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 16629th of 30306 | 43 |
Regional Popularity of "Felicitas" 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 "Felicitas" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
33.52% 793rd/2366 |
58.58% 669th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
34.25% 806th/2353 |
56.82% 879th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
45.25% 1291st/2853 |
61.87% 1717th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
54.83% 1929th/3518 |
56.65% 2291st/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
73.87% 3837th/5194 |
48.17% 3043rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
100.00% 7463rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Felicitas"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Felicitas" 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.