Felisitas Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: feh-lee-SEE-tas /fɛlɪˈsiːtəs/
Origin: Latin; Spanish
Meaning: Latin: fortunate; Spanish: happiness
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Felisitas has its roots in Latin, derived from the word "felicitas," which translates to "happiness" or "good fortune." This Latin term is linked to the adjective "felix," meaning "happy" or "fortunate." The name was adopted into various languages as it evolved, maintaining its core meaning related to happiness and prosperity. The transition into English occurred through the influence of Latin during the Middle Ages, particularly as Latin was the language of the Church and scholarship in Europe, leading to the incorporation of many Latin names into English vernacular.
Historically, the name Felisitas is associated with several early Christian martyrs, particularly Saint Felicity of Rome, who was venerated in the 2nd century. Her story is often recounted alongside that of her sons, who were also martyred, and she is commemorated in the Roman Catholic liturgical calendar on November 23.
The name gained further prominence through its association with various saints and religious figures throughout the centuries, contributing to its endurance in Christian contexts. Culturally, Felisitas symbolizes joy and good fortune, qualities that have made it appealing in various traditions.
The name has been embraced in different forms across cultures, with diminutives and variations appearing in languages such as Spanish and Italian. The enduring nature of Felisitas reflects a broader human affinity for names that convey positive attributes, ensuring its place in historical and religious narratives.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Felisitas was first seen in the United States in 1924.
Felisitas has ranked as high as #861 nationally, which occurred in 1929, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Felisitas has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Felisitas 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 Felisitas was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Felisitas
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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 Felisitas.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1951 | 7 |
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1931 | 8 |
| 1930 | 9 |
| 1929 | 10 |
| 1928 | 7 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1924 | 5 |