Jelica
Hebrew · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Jelica
Jelica is a feminine given name meaning "God is gracious" or "God will add," derived from the Hebrew root of the name Elizabeth (Elisheva).
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Etymology
Jelica is a feminine given name meaning "God is gracious" or "God will add," derived from the Hebrew root of the name Elizabeth (Elisheva). It is primarily used in Serbian, Croatian, and other South Slavic cultures, often as a diminutive or variant of Jelena, and is associated with Eastern Orthodox Christianity.
Jelica currently ranks #10,153 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1989.
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