Holding steady.
Popularity of Velicia since 1960
Babies named Velicia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 100 |
| 1970s | 78 |
| 1980s | 46 |
| 1990s | 16 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Velicia first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1960, a time when creative and euphonious coinages were gaining popularity. It achieved its peak year in 1971, but even then the number of babies given the name was extremely small. The name has never ranked among the top 1,000 and its trajectory has remained stable at low usage levels. Because it is a modern invention, no historical roots or established variants exist. Not associated with any particular state or cultural tradition, Velicia remains a rare and distinctive choice, reflecting the trend of crafting names from pleasing sounds.
Velicia first appears in U.S. birth records in the 1960s, with no clear historical or linguistic root. It likely arose as a creative variant of names like Felicia or Alicia, sharing their melodic ending. The name has never achieved widespread use, remaining rare throughout its history.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Veli, Licia, Vee
Sibling names for Velicia
Names that share Velicia's style, for a brother or sister.
