Holding steady.
Popularity of Felisia since 1961
Babies named Felisia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 63 |
| 1970s | 102 |
| 1980s | 77 |
| 1990s | 11 |
| 2000s | 5 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Felisia is a rare feminine name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1961, likely as a variant of the more common Felicia. Its peak year in usage was 1974, and it has remained consistently but rarely used since then, never breaking into the top 1000. The name's stable trajectory suggests a quiet, enduring appeal among a small number of parents seeking an uncommon alternative to Felicia, whose Latin root 'felix' conveys happiness and fortune. Despite its scarcity, Felisia carries the same sunny meaning as its more popular counterparts.
Felisia is a variant of Felicia, the feminine form of the Latin name Felix, meaning 'happy, lucky' or 'fruitful'. Felicia was used in ancient Rome and later revived in the English-speaking world in the 18th century. Felisia emerged as a less common spelling variant, occasionally recorded in the United States since the mid-20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Feli, Lisi, Sia
Sibling names for Felisia
Names that share Felisia's style, for a brother or sister.
