Feleshia Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationfeh-LEESH-uh / /fəˈliːʃə/English; African American
Meaning
English: happy; African American: a variation of Felicia
Historical & Cultural Background
Feleshia is a modern variant of the name Felicia, which has Latin roots meaning 'happy' or 'fortunate'. It is often associated with African American naming traditions that embrace unique spellings and phonetics. The name has gained popularity in the United States, particularly in the late 20th century. Variants of Felicia have been used in various cultures, reflecting a blend of influences.
Trend Summary
Feleshia has seen limited popularity in the United States, with occasional usage in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Felicia
- Felecia
International Variants
- Felicia (Latin)
- Felice (Italian)
Famous people named Feleshia
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Feleshia was first seen in the United States in 1964. Feleshia has ranked as high as #1069 nationally, which occurred in 1975, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Feleshia has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Feleshia
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1968 | 8 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1975 | 9 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1992 | 6 |