Falicity
A feminine name derived from the Latin word "felicitas", signifying joy or happiness.
Name Census estimates that about 165 living Americans carry the first name Falicity. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Falicity today is around 22 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Falicity births was 2002 (17 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Falicity. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
165
~ 1 in 2,077,299 Americans
Peak year
2002
17 babies that year
Average age
22
years old
2019 SSA rank
#16,327
Tracked since 1995
Popularity
Falicity: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Falicity from the 1990s through to the 2010s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 105 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2000s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Falicity by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Falicity during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Falicity
The name Falicity is derived from the Latin word "felicitas," which means happiness or bliss. It has its roots in ancient Roman culture, where the concept of felicitas was highly valued and celebrated. The name was likely first used during the Roman Empire, when Latin was the predominant language in much of Europe and the Mediterranean region.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Falicity can be found in the writings of the Roman philosopher Seneca, who lived from around 4 BC to 65 AD. In his work "De Vita Beata" (On the Happy Life), he discusses the concept of felicitas and how it relates to living a virtuous and fulfilling life.
During the Middle Ages, the name Falicity was occasionally used by Christian families, particularly in regions where Latin was still widely spoken or studied. It was sometimes given to children as a way to express the hope that they would lead a life of joy and contentment.
In the 12th century, a nun named Falicity of Burgundy (born around 1135) became known for her writings on spirituality and her role in founding a convent in Dijon, France. Her life and works helped to popularize the name among religious circles during this period.
Another notable figure who bore the name Falicity was Falicity Clarissa Burgh (1699-1789), an English writer and poet who was active during the 18th century. Her works, which often celebrated the beauty of nature and the human spirit, helped to further promote the name's association with happiness and joy.
In the 19th century, the name Falicity gained some popularity in certain parts of Europe, particularly in France and Italy. One example is Falicity Boni (1834-1909), an Italian painter and sculptor who was known for her portraits and religious works.
While not as common as some other names, Falicity has continued to be used throughout history by families who appreciate its positive connotations and connection to the classical world. Its enduring appeal lies in its representation of the universal human desire for happiness and fulfillment.
People
Falicity + last name combinations
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Related
Other names starting with F
Other first names starting with F with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Falicity: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Falicity?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 165 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Falicity going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 2,077,299 US residents.
Is Falicity a common name?
We classify Falicity as "Very Rare". It ranks above 71.6% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 168 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Falicity most popular?
The single biggest year for Falicity was 2002, when 17 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Falicity is about 22 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Falicity a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Falicity in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.