Felix
Felix is a boys' name of Latin origin meaning “happy, fortunate.” It ranked #175 in the United States in 2025. Felix comes from the Latin for 'happy' or 'lucky.'
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how do you pronounce Felix?
FEE-liks
where does the name Felix come from?
From the Latin felix, happy or fortunate. The word first meant fruit-bearing, as in arbor felix, a fruitful tree, and the happy sense grew out of that agricultural one. Felicia and Felicity are its feminine forms.
It has been borne by popes, saints, and cartoon cats. Its cheerful meaning and crisp sound have driven a strong comeback in the 2020s across English and European naming cultures.
how popular is this name?
Felix has appeared in the US top 1,000 in 146 years since 1880. It peaked at #137 in 1884, and ranked #175 in 2025.
See the milestone years
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #175 |
| 2024 | #179 |
| 2023 | #193 |
| 2022 | #193 |
| 2021 | #194 |
| 2020 | #225 |
| 2019 | #222 |
| 2018 | #228 |
| 2017 | #246 |
| 2016 | #247 |
| 2010 | #329 |
| 2000 | #376 |
| 1990 | #368 |
| 1980 | #341 |
| 1970 | #308 |
| 1960 | #306 |
| 1950 | #304 |
| 1940 | #283 |
| 1930 | #243 |
| 1920 | #199 |
| 1910 | #176 |
| 1900 | #170 |
| 1890 | #186 |
| 1884 | #137 |
| 1880 | #147 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset (through 2025). Years absent from the table are years Felix fell outside the top 1,000.
the history of Felix
Roman emperors and early Christian saints made the name popular.
who are famous people named Felix?
- Felix the Cat (cartoon character)
- Felix Hernandez (MLB pitcher)
- Felix Mendelssohn (German composer)
what are the nicknames and variants of Felix?
Nicknames
Variants around the world
what names are similar to Felix?
what names go well with Felix?
Sibling names that share Felix's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Felix
What does the name Felix mean?
Felix means “happy, fortunate”.
What is the origin of the name Felix?
Felix comes from the Latin naming tradition. Related forms include Felice and Felicio.
How popular is the name Felix?
Felix ranked #175 in the US in 2025, according to Social Security data. Its best year was 1884, at #137, and it has spent 146 years in the top 1,000 since 1880.
Is Felix a boy or girl name?
Felix is primarily a boys' name.
How do you pronounce Felix?
Felix is pronounced FEE-liks, with 2 syllables.
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