Felicita is a feminine given name that originated from the Latin word felicitas, which means happiness or good luck. The name Felicita has been popular in various cultures, including Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese-speaking countries. In Spanish, Felicita is pronounced as fay-lee-SEE-tah. The name Felicita has been associated with several saints, including Saint Felicita, a 2nd-century martyr who was venerated as a saint by the Catholic Church. In literature, Felicita is the name of a character in the novel The House of the Spirits by Isabel Allende. Felicita is also the name of a character in the popular video game Animal Crossing: New Horizons. The name Felicita has been steadily rising in popularity in the United States, currently ranking as the 226th most popular girls' name in 2020, according to the Social Security Administration. Felicita is a versatile name that can be shortened to various nicknames, such as Lita, Feli, or Felicia. The name Felicita has been associated with positive traits such as happiness, good fortune, and prosperity, making it a meaningful and auspicious name for parents to consider for their child.

The root form of Felicita is Felicita — meaning Latin name meaning "happiness" or "luck.".

Felicita remains a beloved choice, ranking #16 in the US. Timeless appeal across cultures and generations.