Felicity
Felicity is a girl name of Latin origin meaning “Happiness, good fortune”, pronounced feh-LIS-ih-tee. It ranked #473 in the United States in 2025, given to 653 babies, and peaked at #345 in 2017. Common nicknames: Flick, Lissy, Fee.
How popular is Felicity in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Felicity mean, and where does it come from?
Felicity comes from the Latin "felicitas," meaning "happiness," "good fortune," or "luck." In Roman religion, Felicitas was the goddess of good luck and success, often depicted on coins as a symbol of prosperity. The name was also borne by Saint Felicity, a 2nd-century Christian martyr. Adopted by the Puritans as a virtue name, Felicity fell out of common use before being revived in the 20th century. The popular television series Felicity (1998-2002) and the American Girl doll character Felicity Merriman helped reintroduce the name to a new generation of parents.
How is Felicity used around the world?
Felicity is used in 1 languages worldwide, with 7+ international variants.
Male FormFelix
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Felicity?
Famous People Named Felicity
- Felicity Jones — English actress from Rogue One
- Felicity Huffman — American actress
- Felicity Kendal — British actress
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Felicity mean?
Felicity is a girl name of Latin origin meaning "Happiness, good fortune." Felicity comes from the Latin "felicitas," meaning "happiness," "good fortune," or "luck." In Roman religion, Felicitas was the goddess of good luck and success, often depicted on coins as a symbol of prosperity.
How do you pronounce Felicity?
Felicity is pronounced feh-LIS-ih-tee. Common variations include Felicita, Felicitas, Felicite.
Is Felicity a girl name?
Yes, Felicity is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Flick, Lissy, Fee, Fliss.