Felicidade
“happiness”
Portuguese origin · Girl name
#1877US 2023
10Births / yr
→Stable
Top 1.4%Percentile
What does Felicidade mean and where does it come from?
Felicidade is derived from the Latin word 'felicitas', meaning happiness or good fortune.
Cultural significance
In Portuguese-speaking cultures, Felicidade is often used as a given name, symbolizing joy and positivity.
Peak popularity
Reached #1877 in 2015 — currently #1877 in the US.
How else can you spell Felicidade?
Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive
What middle names flow best with Felicidade?
Felicidade works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Felicidade Leah
One syllable · timeless choice
Felicidade Quinn
One syllable · timeless choice
Felicidade Blair
One syllable · on the rise
Felicidade Ruth
One syllable · timeless choice
Felicidade Wren
One syllable · vintage charm
Felicidade Brynn
One syllable · vintage charm
How popular is Felicidade right now?
Holding steady — currently #1877 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
Felicidade is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.
What are good nicknames for Felicidade?
ENGLISH
Flick
HUNGARIAN
Zita
POLISH
Zyta
ENGLISH
FelicityFlick
What names sound and feel like Felicidade?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Felicidade also consider these
Felicidad
Spanish · Spanish
Felicijana
Spanish · happy, fortunate —
Ferdinande
Spanish · brave traveler —
Emily-jade
Modern coinage · rival; precious stone
Felicite
French · The name means
Annonciade
French · annunciation — from
Alexisjade
American · defender; protector
Ellie-jade
Modern coinage · light, beautiful —
How is Felicidade written in other languages?
Common questions about the name Felicidade
What does the name Felicidade mean?
Felicidade means "happiness" — a name rooted in Portuguese 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 Felicidade?
Felicidade is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Felicidade?
Felicidade originates from Portuguese tradition. Portuguese 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 Felicidade?
Felicidade pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Latin heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Felicidade more of a girl or boy name?
Felicidade is primarily used as a girl name, giving it a clear, timeless character while remaining accessible to modern families.
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