Felicia High

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Felicia High — happy, fortunate
105K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Felicia High is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Felicia is a feminine given name of Latin origin. The name Felicia derives from the Latin adjective felix, meaning "happy, lucky", though in the neuter plural form felicia it literally means "happy things" and often occurred in the phrase tempora felicia, "happy times". The sense of it as a feminine personal name appeared in post-Classical use and is of uncertain origin. It is associated with saints, poets, astronomical objects, plant genera, fictional characters, and animals, especially cats. The name has been in regular use and was particularly popular with Spanish speakers in the United States in the late 1980s and early 1990s. The surname High: S. Dale High, American chief executive Ed High (1873–1926), American professional baseball player Frank C. High (1875–1966), U.S. Army soldier who received the Medal of Honor Jake High (fl. 1908–14), American football player and coach Jason High (born 1981), American mixed martial artist Johnnie High (1929–2010), American impresario Johnny High (1957–1987), American professional basketball player Joseph Madison High (1855–1906), American businessman Kathy High (born 1954), American interdisciplinary artist, curator and scholar Martha High (born 1945), American singer Monique Raphel High (born . Felicia is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 105K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Felicia reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Felicia

Meaning: happy, fortunate

Latin

The name Felicia derives from the Latin adjective felix, meaning "happy, lucky", though in the neuter plural form felicia it literally means "happy things" and often occurred in the phrase tempora felicia, "happy times". The sense of it as a feminine personal name appeared in post-Classical use and is of uncertain origin. It is associated with saints, poets, astronomical objects, plant genera, fictional characters, and animals, especially cats. The name has been in regular use and was particularly popular with Spanish speakers in the United States in the late 1980s and early 1990s.

Surname: High

English

S. Dale High, American chief executive Ed High (1873–1926), American professional baseball player Frank C. High (1875–1966), U.S. Army soldier who received the Medal of Honor Jake High (fl. 1908–14), American football player and coach Jason High (born 1981), American mixed martial artist Johnnie High (1929–2010), American impresario Johnny High (1957–1987), American professional basketball player Joseph Madison High (1855–1906), American businessman Kathy High (born 1954), American interdisciplinary artist, curator and scholar Martha High (born 1945), American singer Monique Raphel High (born .

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Felicia is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Felicia by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Felicia High

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Felicia High:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

6
Soul Urge Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

8
Personality Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Felicia?
The first name Felicia originates from Latin. The name Felicia derives from the Latin adjective felix, meaning "happy, lucky", though in the neuter plural form felicia it literally means "happy things" and often occurred in the phrase tempora felicia, "happy times". The sense of it as a feminine personal name appeared in post-Classical use and is of uncertain origin. It is associated with saints, poets, astronomical objects, plant genera, fictional characters, and animals, especially cats. The name has been in regular use and was particularly popular with Spanish speakers in the United States in the late 1980s and early 1990s.
When was Felicia most popular?
The name Felicia reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname High?
The surname High originates from English. S. Dale High, American chief executive Ed High (1873–1926), American professional baseball player Frank C. High (1875–1966), U.S. Army soldier who received the Medal of Honor Jake High (fl. 1908–14), American football player and coach Jason High (born 1981), American mixed martial artist Johnnie High (1929–2010), American impresario Johnny High (1957–1987), American professional basketball player Joseph Madison High (1855–1906), American businessman Kathy High (born 1954), American interdisciplinary artist, curator and scholar Martha High (born 1945), American singer Monique Raphel High (born .
What are the origins of the name Felicia High?
The name Felicia High combines two different traditions: the first name Felicia has Latin roots, while the surname High originates from English.
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