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Felicity is a feminine name used in English. Behind the Name describes it this way: "From the English word felicity meaning ‘happiness’, which ultimately derives from Latin felicitas ‘good luck’. This was one of the virtue names adopted by the Puritans around the 17th century." It ranked #473 for girls in the United States in 2025.
Meaning and etymology
According to Behind the Name, from the English word felicity meaning ‘happiness’, which ultimately derives from Latin felicitas ‘good luck’. This was one of the virtue names adopted by the Puritans around the 17th century. The entry lists its usage as English.
Editorial confidence: established
Popularity
Felicity ranked #473 for girls in the United States in 2025. The figure comes from the Social Security Administration's national file for that year.
| Region | Year | Rank | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 2025 | #473 | ssa-2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Felicity mean?
Felicity means "happiness", according to Behind the Name.
Is Felicity a popular name?
Felicity ranked #473 for girls in the United States in 2025. (Social Security Administration data).
Is Felicity a boy's or a girl's name?
In the 2025 SSA data Felicity appears in the girls' list; Behind the Name labels it feminine.
Sources
- Behind the Name: Meaning, origin and history of the name Felicity — supports meaning, usage, pronunciation, variants.
- U.S. Social Security Administration: Popular Baby Names — national data, year of birth 2025 — supports popularity.
