Félicie
happy, fortunate
France origin · Girl name
3% boys97% girls
#1485US 2023
715Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.1%Percentile
How to pronounce Félicie
fe-lee-see
/fe-lee-see/ · · 2 syllables
happy, fortunate
France origin · Girl name

What does Félicie mean and where does it come from?

Félicie is a French feminine given name derived from the Latin name 'Felix' meaning 'happy' or 'fortunate'. The name has been used in various regions in France and became popular in the 19th century. Notable bearers of the name include the French actress Félicie d'Angelo and the character Félicie in

Cultural significance
Félicie has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in France-speaking communities, where it reflects values of happy, fortunate.
Peak popularity
Reached #1485 in 2020 — currently #1485 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Félicie?

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

Félicie Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Félicie Rose
Floral · soft ending
Félicie Mae
Sweet · timeless
Félicie Claire
French influence · crisp
Félicie Jane
Literary · strong
Félicie Skye
Modern · airy feel
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How popular is Félicie right now?

Holding steady — currently #1485 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1485 · Top 1.1%
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#1485715▲ up 5 · +3% births
2022#1490695▲ up 5 · +5% births
2021#1495665▲ up 10 · +8% births
2020#1505615▲ up 20 · +19% births
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💎Félicie 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 Félicie?

AFRICAN AMERICAN
KalishaTalisha
ENGLISH
LeciaLisha
LATE ROMAN
Felicius
ANCIENT ROMAN
Felix

Common questions about the name Félicie

What does the name Félicie mean?
Félicie means "happy, fortunate" — a name rooted in France 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 Félicie?
Félicie is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Félicie?
Félicie originates from France tradition. France names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Félicie a common or rare name?
Félicie is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
What are good nicknames for Félicie?
Félicie naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.