Felita Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: feh-LEE-tah /fɛˈliːtə/
Origin: Latin; Spanish
Meaning: Latin: fortunate; Spanish: little happy one
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Felita has its roots in the Latin word "felix," which translates to "happy" or "fortunate." This Latin term has influenced various languages over centuries, leading to the development of related names and forms. The transition into English likely occurred through the influence of Romance languages, particularly during the medieval period when Latin was a dominant scholarly language in Europe.
The diminutive form "Felicity" also shares this etymological background, emphasizing the themes of happiness and good fortune. Historically, the name Felita may not have been widely recorded in ancient texts, but it is associated with the broader tradition of names derived from Latin that convey positive attributes.
The use of names like Felita can be traced back to the Renaissance when there was a revival of interest in classical languages and their meanings. During this period, many names were adapted and adopted into various cultures, often reflecting the values and aspirations of the time.
Culturally, names derived from "felix" have been embraced in various traditions, symbolizing joy and prosperity. This association has allowed names like Felita to resonate within communities that value happiness and good fortune.
The name may also evoke connections to saints and historical figures who embodied these qualities, although specific references to Felita in significant religious or historical texts remain limited. Overall, Felita represents a lineage of names that celebrate positive attributes, contributing to its enduring appeal across different cultures.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Felita was first seen in the United States in 1954.
Felita has ranked as high as #2504 nationally, which occurred in 1968, and has been most popular in Georgia, Texas, New York, Mississippi, and Alabama.
In the past 5 years the name Felita has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Felita 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 Felita 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 Felita.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 5 | 5 |
| 1990 | 5 | 5 |
| 1989 | 6 | 6 |
| 1986 | 6 | 6 |
| 1985 | 9 | 9 |
| 1983 | 5 | 5 |
| 1982 | 5 | 5 |
| 1981 | 12 | 12 |
| 1980 | 5 | 5 |
| 1979 | 9 | 9 |
| 1978 | 14 | 14 |
| 1977 | 10 | 10 |
| 1976 | 23 | 23 |
| 1975 | 18 | 18 |
| 1974 | 16 | 16 |
| 1973 | 31 | 31 |
| 1972 | 31 | 31 |
| 1971 | 32 | 32 |
| 1970 | 34 | 34 |
| 1969 | 36 | 36 |
| 1968 | 53 | 53 |
| 1967 | 37 | 37 |
| 1966 | 41 | 41 |
| 1965 | 39 | 39 |
| 1964 | 37 | 37 |
| 1963 | 40 | 40 |
| 1962 | 28 | 28 |
| 1961 | 39 | 39 |
| 1960 | 38 | 38 |
| 1959 | 29 | 29 |
| 1958 | 31 | 31 |
| 1957 | 25 | 25 |
| 1956 | 13 | 13 |
| 1955 | 11 | 11 |
| 1954 | 10 | 10 |
Top States for Felita (1972)
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 |
|---|---|---|
| AL | 7 | |
| GA | 6 |