Gliceria

A Welsh name with cultural significance
Welsh origin · Unisex name
50% boys50% girls
#1642US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.2%Percentile

What does Gliceria mean and where does it come from?

Gliceria is a name found across Welsh cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.

Cultural significance
Gliceria carries the heritage of Welsh tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1642 in 2015 — currently #1642 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Gliceria?

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

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

Holding steady — currently #1642 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1642 · Top 1.2%
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YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#164210stable
2022#164210stable
2021#164210stable
2020#164210stable
2019#164210
💎Gliceria 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 Gliceria?

Common
GliGlicGlicieGlicyEria

Common questions about the name Gliceria

What does the name Gliceria mean?
Gliceria means "A Welsh name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in Welsh 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 Gliceria?
Gliceria 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 Gliceria?
Gliceria originates from Welsh tradition. Welsh 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 Gliceria?
Gliceria pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Welsh heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Gliceria a common or rare name?
Gliceria is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.