Phylicia
Phylicia is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Foliage, green shoot, or successful, lucky.
Origin and history
Phylicia is a modern feminine name of Greek origin, derived from the word 'phylos' or 'phyton', often associated with foliage, green shoots, or successful growth. It gained significant U.S. visibility in the late 20th century primarily through popular culture. While historically moderately given, its usage in recent years has become quite rare.
Popularity in the United States
2,381 babies in the United States have been named Phylicia since 1880. It ranks #3616 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- NY (16.4 %)
- CA (15.6 %)
- TX (8.7 %)
- IL (6.6 %)
- PA (5.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 11 |
| 1970-1980 | 11 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,203 |
| 1990-2000 | 962 |
| 2000-2010 | 159 |
| 2010-2019 | 35 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Phylicia
- Phylicia Rashad: Actress, Director
- Phylicia George: Hurdler, Bobsledder
Nicknames
Phyl, Lish, Lee
Fun facts
- Phylicia emerged as a creative alternative spelling to the traditional name Felicia.
- The name saw its peak popularity in the late 1980s and early 1990s, coinciding with actress Phylicia Rashad's prominent television role.