Felicia
4 synonyms for Felicia, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Name — A female first name of Latin, masculine equivalent Felix origin.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Lisha
Felicidad
Etymology
The name reached English through Middle English Felicia, from Latin Fēlīcia, itself from fēlīcia (literally “happy things”), the neuter plural of fēlīx; this form often appeared in the phrase tempora fēlīcia (“happy times”).
Full origin of Felicia →Frequently asked questions
What does “Felicia” mean?
The word “Felicia” means a female given name from Latin, masculine equivalent Felix.
How do you pronounce “Felicia”?
“Felicia” is pronounced fuh-LEE-shuh (/fəˈliʃə/ in IPA).
What part of speech is “Felicia”?
Depending on how it is used, “Felicia” can be a name and a noun.
Where does the word “Felicia” come from?
The word “Felicia” comes from Latin. From Middle English Felicia, from Latin Fēlīcia, from fēlīcia (literally “happy things”), the neuter plural of fēlīx, which often occurred in the phrase tempora fēlīcia (“happy times”).
How many meanings does “Felicia” have?
“Felicia” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a female given name from Latin, masculine equivalent Felix.
