Felisa Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationfeh-LEE-sah / fɛˈliːsəLatin; Spanish
Meaning
Latin: happy; Spanish: fortunate
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Felisa is derived from the Latin word 'felix', meaning happy or fortunate. It is often used in Spanish-speaking cultures, where it carries connotations of joy and good fortune. The name has been used in various forms throughout history, reflecting its enduring appeal.
Trend Summary
The name Felisa has seen limited popularity in the United States, remaining relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Felice
- Felicia
International Variants
- Felice (Italian)
- Felicia (Latin)
- Felicity (English)
Famous people named Felisa
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Fictional characters named Felisa
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Felisa was first seen in the United States in 1914. Felisa has ranked as high as #1031 nationally, which occurred in 1970, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Georgia, Alabama, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Felisa has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Felisa (1999)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1914 | 5 |
| 1915 | 5 |
| 1918 | 6 |
| 1920 | 6 |
| 1921 | 11 |
| 1924 | 13 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1928 | 7 |
| 1930 | 7 |
| 1931 | 9 |
| 1932 | 7 |
| 1933 | 6 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1940 | 6 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1945 | 9 |
| 1946 | 7 |
| 1948 | 8 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1951 | 8 |
| 1953 | 6 |
| 1954 | 10 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1956 | 20 |
| 1957 | 19 |
| 1958 | 19 |
| 1959 | 23 |
| 1960 | 35 |
| 1961 | 30 |
| 1962 | 25 |
| 1963 | 56 |
| 1964 | 53 |
| 1965 | 72 |
| 1966 | 70 |
| 1967 | 73 |
| 1968 | 81 |
| 1969 | 77 |
| 1970 | 92 |
| 1971 | 85 |
| 1972 | 73 |
| 1973 | 62 |
| 1974 | 55 |
| 1975 | 63 |
| 1976 | 29 |
| 1977 | 56 |
| 1978 | 42 |
| 1979 | 45 |
| 1980 | 37 |
| 1981 | 33 |
| 1982 | 32 |
| 1983 | 24 |
| 1984 | 22 |
| 1985 | 27 |
| 1986 | 23 |
| 1987 | 25 |
| 1988 | 22 |
| 1989 | 18 |
| 1990 | 22 |
| 1991 | 28 |
| 1992 | 17 |
| 1993 | 20 |
| 1994 | 25 |
| 1995 | 23 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 11 |
| 1998 | 12 |
| 1999 | 13 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 10 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2007 | 10 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 5 |