Holding steady.
Popularity of Felita since 1954
Babies named Felita per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 119 |
| 1960s | 388 |
| 1970s | 218 |
| 1980s | 48 |
| 1990s | 10 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Felita is a rare modern coinage that first appeared in the United States in 1954. It reached its peak popularity in 1968, but overall it has remained stable with very few births per year. The name likely draws from the Latin root 'felix' meaning happy, seen in names like Felicity and Felix, combined with a melodic -ita suffix. Its rarity gives it a distinctive quality without feeling unfamiliar. While no states showed notable concentrations, Felita fits alongside other delicate, feminine names of the mid-20th century.
Felita is a modern coinage that first appeared in the United States in the mid-20th century. It likely blends the sounds of names like Felicity or Felicia with a fashionable -ita suffix. Its usage has remained stable but rare, with a peak in 1968.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lita, Feli
Variants: Falita, Felita
Sibling names for Felita
Names that share Felita's style, for a brother or sister.
