Belicia Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: beh-LEE-sha /bɛˈliːʃə/
Origin: Spanish; Latin
Meaning: Spanish: Beautiful; Latin: God is my oath
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Belicia is believed to have roots in the Latin word "bellus," meaning "beautiful" or "pretty." This etymological origin reflects a common practice in naming where attributes or desirable qualities are emphasized. The transition of the name into English likely occurred through the influence of Romance languages, particularly during the medieval period when Latin evolved into vernacular forms across Europe.
The name may have also been influenced by similar names in various cultures, such as the Spanish "Belicia," which is derived from the same Latin root. Historically, the name Belicia does not have prominent figures or events directly associated with it in the same way that more widely recognized names do.
However, the concept of beauty has been a significant theme throughout literature and art, often personified in various cultures. The name's association with beauty may have contributed to its appeal in naming practices, particularly in the context of romantic literature and poetry from the Renaissance onward, where beauty was often idealized.
Culturally, names that evoke beauty, such as Belicia, have often been linked to themes of love, grace, and femininity. This connection to aesthetic qualities has allowed the name to resonate within various cultural narratives, celebrating the virtues of beauty and charm.
While diminutive forms or variations may exist, such as "Bella," which also derives from the Latin for beautiful, Belicia stands on its own as a name that encapsulates the enduring human appreciation for beauty in both language and life.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Belicia was first seen in the United States in 1978.
Belicia has ranked as high as #6454 nationally, which occurred in 2005, and has been most popular in Texas, California, and Washington.
In the past 5 years the name Belicia has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Belicia is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Belicia was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Belicia.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 7 | 7 |
| 2023 | 10 | 10 |
| 2022 | 7 | 7 |
| 2021 | 9 | 9 |
| 2020 | 7 | 7 |
| 2019 | 10 | 10 |
| 2017 | 6 | 6 |
| 2016 | 5 | 5 |
| 2015 | 7 | 7 |
| 2014 | 15 | 15 |
| 2013 | 16 | 16 |
| 2012 | 26 | 26 |
| 2011 | 13 | 13 |
| 2010 | 27 | 27 |
| 2009 | 15 | 15 |
| 2008 | 31 | 31 |
| 2007 | 29 | 29 |
| 2006 | 38 | 38 |
| 2005 | 38 | 38 |
| 2004 | 33 | 33 |
| 2003 | 34 | 34 |
| 2002 | 29 | 29 |
| 2001 | 15 | 15 |
| 2000 | 25 | 25 |
| 1999 | 25 | 25 |
| 1998 | 27 | 27 |
| 1997 | 15 | 15 |
| 1996 | 19 | 19 |
| 1995 | 10 | 10 |
| 1994 | 10 | 10 |
| 1993 | 12 | 12 |
| 1992 | 6 | 6 |
| 1991 | 5 | 5 |
| 1990 | 8 | 8 |
| 1989 | 8 | 8 |
| 1987 | 5 | 5 |
| 1985 | 5 | 5 |
| 1983 | 5 | 5 |
| 1980 | 6 | 6 |
| 1978 | 6 | 6 |
Top States for Belicia (2014)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 |