Elycia

“To shine”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#13923US 2023

6Births / yr

↑Rising

431All-time births

📅 Since 196900

What does Elycia mean and where does it come from?

Elycia is a modern name that is often thought to be a variation of Alicia or Elyse. It likely derives from Greek origins meaning 'to shine, to be bright'. While not widely used, Elycia is found more frequently in the United States as a contemporary feminine name aiming to capture a unique sound. The

Cultural significance

Elycia has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of to shine.

Peak popularity

Reached #4970 in 2002 — currently #13923 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Elycia?

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

Elycia Grace

How popular is Elycia right now?

Rising fast — up 157 spots — currently #13923 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1970–2023#13923 · Top 10%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#13923	6	▲ up 157
2022	#14080	6	▼ down 2859 · -25% births
2020	#11221	8	▲ up 854
2015	#12075	8	▲ up 450
2010	#12525	8	▼ down 4916 · -47% births
2005	#7609	15	▲ up 585 · +25% births
2000	#8194	12	▼ down 451 · +9% births
1995	#7743	11	▲ up 402 · +10% births
1990	#8145	10	▲ up 641 · +43% births
1985	#8786	7	▲ up 2394 · +40% births
1980	#11180	5	▼ down 1312
1975	#9868	5	▼ down 905
1970	#8963	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Elycia

Best Year2005Rank #7609

Peak Count15

Average Rank#10332

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1970 - 202313 years

The story of Elycia

Elycia is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1969. With 431 total births recorded, Elycia remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #8963 in 1970, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #13923 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Elycia in 2002:

Emily Madison Hannah Emma Alexis

Elycia by decade

Elycia peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1960s	5
1970s	32
1980s	59
1990s	100
2000s ★	158
2010s	69
2020s	8

💎Elycia has only 431 total recorded births since 1969 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Elycia?

Common

Ely

What names sound and feel like Elycia?

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

Ellycia

American · Bright, shining light

Elyvia

American · Derived from the

Elicia

American · God's promise

Delycia

American · delightful, pleasing

Elyria

Greece · A place of

Felycia

American · Happy, fortunate

Elysia

Greek · Blissful

Elecia

English · A variant of

Common questions about the name Elycia

What does the name Elycia mean?

Elycia means "To shine" — 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 Elycia?

Elycia is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Elycia?

Elycia 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.

What sibling names go well with Elycia?

Elycia 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.

Is Elycia a common or rare name?

Elycia is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.