Felicia
Meaning of Felicia
Originating from the Latin word "felix" meaning "happy" or "fortunate," the name Felicia has a delightful and cheerful association. It is a feminine name commonly pronounced as fuh-LEE-shuh in both American and British English. The name Felicia is often linked to the virtue of happiness and joy, making it an ideal choice for parents who desire a name that reflects positivity and optimism. Additionally, Felicity is a variation of Felicia, offering an alternative option with the same meaning and charm. Over the years, Felicia has maintained a moderate level of popularity in the United States, with fluctuating occurrences and ranks among newborns. Nonetheless, its timeless appeal continues to resonate with parents seeking a name that exudes cheerfulness and good fortune.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as fuh-LEE-shuh (/fəˈliʃə/)
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Notable People Named Felicia
| Kathryn Felicia Day is an American actress, writer, and web series creator, known for her work on The Guild, Dragon Age: Redemption, and as a founder of Geek & Sundry. |
| Felicia Dorothea Hemans was an English poet known for her classic opening lines in poems such as "The boy stood on the burning deck" and "The stately homes of England." |
| Felicia Pearson is an American actress, rapper, and author known for her role as "Snoop" on The Wire and her memoir, Grace After Midnight, which chronicles her troubled past and time in prison. |
| Felicia Tang was the stage name of an American actress and model known for her work with Playboy TV, calendars, internet sites, and import car shows. |
| Felicia Elizondo was an influential American transgender activist known for her involvement in the LGBT community and her participation in the historic Compton's Cafeteria riot. |
| Felicia Pride is a multi-talented American author, screenwriter, producer, and director known for her work in literature, television, and film. |
| Felicia Sonmez is an American journalist known for her work as a political reporter at The Washington Post and her subsequent role at Blue Ridge Public Radio. |
| Felicia Lee is an accomplished American competition swimmer, known for her success on the U.S. National Team and as a collegiate swimmer for Stanford University. |
| Felicia D. Henderson is a multi-talented American television producer, screenwriter, comic book writer, and director known for her work on popular shows like Moesha, Sister, Sister, Soul Food, and Fringe, as well as for her collaboration with Whitney Houston in a movie. |
| Felicia Hardison Londré is a Curators’ Professor of Theatre at the University of Missouri-Kansas City, specializing in 19th and 20th-century American, French, and Russian theatre history, as well as Shakespearean dramaturgy. |
| Felicia Farr is an American former actress and model. |
| Felicia Mercado is a Mexican actress, singer, TV host, and beauty pageant titleholder, known for her roles in telenovelas such as "Between Love and Hatred," "Teresa," "La Casa de al Lado," "El Rostro de la Venganza," and "Dama y Obrero." |
| Felicia Taylor - Felicia Rodrica Sturt Taylor was an American anchor-correspondent known for her work at CNN International and Retirement Living TV. |
| Felicia Rabourn is an American politician representing the 47th district in the Kentucky House of Representatives. |
| Felicia Atkins, an Australian model, gained fame as Playboy magazine's Playmate of the Month in April 1958, with her centerfold photographed by Bruno Bernard and Bill Bridges. |
