Elicia

“God's promise”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#3783US 2023

40Births / yr

↑Rising

4.1kAll-time births

📅 Since 194200.01% of births at peak

How to pronounce Elicia

EE·leye·SEE·EYE·AY

/ˈiː.laɪ.ˈsiː.ˈaɪ.ˈeɪ/ · stress on EE · 5 syllables

“God's promise”

American origin · Girl name

What does Elicia mean and where does it come from?

Elicia is a modern name, often seen as a variant of the more traditional Alicia. It gained popularity in the late 20th century and is particularly common in the United States and Spanish-speaking countries. The name reflects a sense of nobility and truth in its meaning, making it appealing in variou

Cultural significance

Elicia has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of god's promise.

Peak popularity

Reached #1077 in 1983 — currently #3783 in the US.

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How else can you spell Elicia?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

Elycia

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Elicia?

Elicia works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Elicia Grace

How popular is Elicia right now?

Rising fast — up 277 spots — currently #3783 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1950–2023#3783 · Top 2.8%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#3783	40	▲ up 277 · +11% births
2022	#4060	36	▲ up 373 · +16% births
2021	#4433	31	▼ down 103
2020	#4330	31	▼ down 170 · -11% births
2015	#4160	35	▼ down 949 · -31% births
2010	#3211	51	▼ down 1100 · -42% births
2005	#2111	88	▼ down 3 · +14% births
2000	#2108	77	▲ up 27 · +22% births
1995	#2135	63	▼ down 584 · -36% births
1990	#1551	99	▼ down 383 · -19% births
1985	#1168	122	▼ down 23 · +3% births
1980	#1145	119	▲ up 409 · +83% births
1975	#1554	65	▲ up 294 · +35% births
1970	#1848	48	▲ up 129 · +37% births
1965	#1977	35	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Elicia

Best Year1980Rank #1145

Peak Count122

Average Rank#2871

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1950 - 202318 years

The story of Elicia

Elicia entered American naming records in 1942 and has been in use for over 82 years. With 4,133 total births recorded, Elicia remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #4641 in 1950 to #3783 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Elicia in 1983:

Jennifer Jessica Amanda Ashley Sarah

Elicia by decade

Elicia peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1940s	13
1950s	107
1960s	305
1970s	667
1980s ★	1,089
1990s	804
2000s	721
2010s	396
2020s	31

💎With 4,133 total births, Elicia is an uncommon but established name.

What are good nicknames for Elicia?

AFRICAN AMERICAN

KalishaTalisha

ANCIENT GERMANIC

AdelaAdelina

BULGARIAN

Adelina

CZECH

Adéla

What names sound and feel like Elicia?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Elicia also consider these

American · Derived from 'Erica',

Elisia

USA · God is my

Kelicia

American · derived from Caelia,

Jelicia

American · English

Celicia

American · Heavenly; derived from

Eligia

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

How is Elicia written in other languages?

Common questions about the name Elicia

What does the name Elicia mean?

Elicia means "God's promise" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Elicia?

Elicia is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Elicia have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Elicia?

Elicia originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Elicia?

Elicia is a 5-syllable name pronounced IY1 L AY0 S IY1 AY1 EY1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Elicia?

Elicia pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.