Felicity
Felicity: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Felicity
- A female given name from English.
Etymology
From the noun felicity, and also the English form of Latin Felicitas, a name borne by early martyrs.
How popular is Felicity?
Since 1880, 18,559 girls and 6 boys in the U.S. have been named Felicity (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #345 in 2017. Its highest rank for boys was #10392 in 2004. In 2025 it ranked #473 for girls, with 653 babies given the name.
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Felicity FAQ
What does the name Felicity mean?
A female given name from English. From the noun felicity, and also the English form of Latin Felicitas, a name borne by early martyrs.
What is the origin of the name Felicity?
Felicity is listed as a name of English origin.
How popular is the name Felicity?
Since 1880, 18,559 girls and 6 boys in the U.S. have been named Felicity (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #345 in 2017. Its highest rank for boys was #10392 in 2004. In 2025 it ranked #473 for girls, with 653 babies given the name.
Is Felicity a boy or girl name?
Felicity is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 18,559 girls and 6 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.