Felicitas
Meaning of Felicitas
Felicitas is a beautiful and unique name for baby girls. It has its origins in Latin, where it means "luck" or "good fortune." The name has a rich history and is associated with positive attributes such as happiness, success, and prosperity. In Spanish, Felicitas is pronounced as feh-lee-SEE-tahs, while in German it is pronounced as feh-lee-TI-tahs. Variations of the name include Felicia. Felicitas has been given to baby girls in the United States since at least the late 19th century. While its popularity has fluctuated over the years, it remains a charming choice for modern parents seeking a name that exudes positivity and joy.
Pronunciation
Spanish
- Pronunced as feh-lee-SEE-tahs (/fe.li.ˈsi.tas/)
German
- Pronunced as feh-lee-TI-tahs (/fe.li.ˈti.ta.s/)
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Notable People Named Felicitas
| Felicitas Méndez - Felicitas Gómez Martínez de Méndez was a prominent Puerto Rican activist who, along with her husband, played a pivotal role in the landmark desegregation case Mendez v. Westminster, which significantly impacted the American civil rights movement. |
| Felicitas Becker is a Belgian historian and Professor of African History at the University of Ghent, known for her work on AIDS, slavery, and the spread of Islam in East Africa. |
| Felicitas Kuhn, an Austrian children's book illustrator, began her career in the 1940s. |
