'feelingly' originates from the English word 'feeling', which is derived from the Old English word 'fēlan', meaning 'to touch or perceive'.

'fēlan' transformed into the Middle English word 'felen', and eventually became the modern English word 'feel', from which 'feelingly' is derived.

Initially, it meant 'to touch or perceive', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'showing emotion or sensitivity'.