Felix Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation

Felix means lucky, happy. From the Latin felix, meaning lucky or happy.

Felix is a Latin word meaning lucky, fortunate, or happy. It was a favourite among the Romans, who used it as a surname for successful leaders, and many early Christian saints and four popes bore the name. In Europe it has long been used in German, French, Spanish, and Polish forms. The composer Felix Mendelssohn is a famous bearer. English speakers also know Felix the Cat, an early cartoon star, and the name's cheerful meaning has kept it fresh. It sounds bright and light, and the X gives it a stylish edge. Felicity is a related girl's name.

Variants of Felix

FélixFeliceFeliksFelipe

Well-known people named Felix

Felix Mendelssohn.

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