Felix
happy, fortunate, lucky (Latin)
Felix is a spanish / biblical boy name in the Philippines. In the civil registry as of May 2021 it is number 91, with 91,425 records. It has 2 syllables.
The May 2021 total includes the name written with JR: 70,232 as Felix, and 21,193 as Felix Jr.
Origin and meaning
happy, fortunate, lucky (Latin)
Felix comes from the Latin adjective 'felix' meaning fortunate, happy, or fertile. In the Philippines, it is a deeply rooted Catholic traditional name introduced during the Spanish colonial era, borne by multiple saints and historical figures.
Derived from the Latin cognomen meaning 'happy' or 'fortunate', Felix entered Philippine naming traditions primarily through Spanish colonization and Catholic veneration of numerous saints, as well as its appearance in the New Testament.
Name character
In the Philippines
Commonly shortened to nicknames like 'Fel', 'Elix', or 'Peping'. It functions well as a standalone classic first name or in compound pairings like Felix Jr. or John Felix.
Related forms
- Félix Spanish
- Félix French
- Felice Italian
- Félix Portuguese
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Felix with common surname pairs
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How do I use Felix with two Filipino surnames?
Felix is the given name. The full name is Felix + mother's maiden surname + father's surname. Score a pair from a combination page or the homepage search.
Is Felix a common boy name in the Philippines?
In the civil registry as of May 2021, Felix is number 91, with 91,425 records. That is not the 2024 birth list, and it does not say the name is a better choice. How it sounds with both family surnames is a separate score.