Noble or joyful
Lecia is most commonly used as a short form of names like Alicia or Felicia. Depending on the root, it carries the meaning of 'noble' (from Alicia) or 'joyful' (from Felicia). It emerged as a standalone name in the mid-20th century but remains a rare choice today.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Lecia in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Civil rights activist and leader at the Southern Poverty Law Center
