Feliciano Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationfeh-lee-CHAH-no / fe.liˈtʃa.noItalian; Spanish
Meaning
Italian: fortunate; Spanish: happy
Historical & Cultural Background
Feliciano is derived from the Latin name 'Felix', which means 'happy' or 'fortunate'. It has been used in various cultures, particularly in Italy and Spain. The name is often associated with positive attributes and has been popular in Christian contexts due to its connection to saints. In modern times, it retains a cheerful connotation.
Trend Summary
Feliciano has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with occasional peaks in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Felicity
- Feliciano
International Variants
- Félix (French)
- Felicité (French)
- Feliciano (Spanish)
- Feliciano (Italian)
Famous people named Feliciano
Feliciano López is a Spanish professional tennis player known for his achievements on the ATP Tour.
Feliciano Barragán is a Mexican artist recognized for his contributions to contemporary art.
Feliciano de Silva was a notable Spanish poet and playwright during the Renaissance period.
Feliciano Tavares is a Portuguese musician celebrated for his traditional fado performances.
Fictional characters named Feliciano
Feliciano Vargas is a character from the anime and manga series 'Hetalia: Axis Powers', representing Italy.
Feliciano is a character in the video game 'Fire Emblem: Fates', known for his cheerful personality.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Feliciano was first seen in the United States in 1911. Feliciano has ranked as high as #1086 nationally, which occurred in 1979, and has been most popular in Texas, California, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Feliciano has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Feliciano (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1911 | 5 |
| 1913 | 6 |
| 1914 | 10 |
| 1915 | 6 |
| 1916 | 8 |
| 1917 | 15 |
| 1918 | 6 |
| 1919 | 12 |
| 1920 | 14 |
| 1921 | 15 |
| 1922 | 14 |
| 1923 | 18 |
| 1924 | 24 |
| 1925 | 11 |
| 1926 | 13 |
| 1927 | 22 |
| 1928 | 18 |
| 1929 | 17 |
| 1930 | 24 |
| 1931 | 16 |
| 1932 | 17 |
| 1933 | 14 |
| 1934 | 23 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1936 | 14 |
| 1937 | 15 |
| 1938 | 8 |
| 1939 | 16 |
| 1940 | 14 |
| 1941 | 19 |
| 1942 | 17 |
| 1943 | 13 |
| 1944 | 13 |
| 1945 | 26 |
| 1946 | 13 |
| 1947 | 24 |
| 1948 | 11 |
| 1949 | 17 |
| 1950 | 14 |
| 1951 | 12 |
| 1952 | 25 |
| 1953 | 8 |
| 1954 | 17 |
| 1955 | 13 |
| 1956 | 18 |
| 1957 | 15 |
| 1958 | 20 |
| 1959 | 16 |
| 1960 | 23 |
| 1961 | 24 |
| 1962 | 15 |
| 1963 | 14 |
| 1964 | 20 |
| 1965 | 17 |
| 1966 | 18 |
| 1967 | 15 |
| 1968 | 24 |
| 1969 | 20 |
| 1970 | 33 |
| 1971 | 19 |
| 1972 | 30 |
| 1973 | 33 |
| 1974 | 29 |
| 1975 | 21 |
| 1976 | 36 |
| 1977 | 30 |
| 1978 | 31 |
| 1979 | 40 |
| 1980 | 39 |
| 1981 | 39 |
| 1982 | 34 |
| 1983 | 31 |
| 1984 | 24 |
| 1985 | 23 |
| 1986 | 18 |
| 1987 | 26 |
| 1988 | 21 |
| 1989 | 38 |
| 1990 | 40 |
| 1991 | 26 |
| 1992 | 27 |
| 1993 | 40 |
| 1994 | 33 |
| 1995 | 24 |
| 1996 | 19 |
| 1997 | 37 |
| 1998 | 28 |
| 1999 | 31 |
| 2000 | 18 |
| 2001 | 33 |
| 2002 | 24 |
| 2003 | 28 |
| 2004 | 21 |
| 2005 | 30 |
| 2006 | 28 |
| 2007 | 27 |
| 2008 | 22 |
| 2009 | 23 |
| 2010 | 20 |
| 2011 | 15 |
| 2012 | 18 |
| 2013 | 15 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 16 |
| 2016 | 15 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 15 |
| 2019 | 19 |
| 2020 | 20 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 15 |
| 2024 | 17 |