Feliks

Q: What is the origin of Feliks?

Feliks is of Slavic origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Feliks a boy name?

Feliks is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

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Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Fortunate; Happy"

A Slavic spelling of Felix, from Latin felix meaning fortunate or happy, widely used across Eastern and Central Europe.

Themes:latinslavicmasculinetraditional

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Popularity History of Feliks

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#8506Ranked nationally

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Feliks did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

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no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Feliks Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Feliks.

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Baby Name Lists That Include Feliks

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Feliks mean?

Feliks means "Fortunate; Happy". A Slavic spelling of Felix, from Latin felix meaning fortunate or happy, widely used across Eastern and Central Europe.

What is the origin of Feliks?

Feliks is of Slavic origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Feliks?

According to the latest SSA data, Feliks is currently ranked #8506 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Feliks a boy name?

Feliks is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Feliks?

Popular nicknames for Feliks include fely, feli, liks, iksy, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Feliks?

There are many names similar to Feliks in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginSlavic, Latin

Syllables2

Length6 letters

US Rank#8506

Trend→ Stable

Starts withF

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Alek Aleksander Andrey Andrik Andrej

Sisters

Ania Aleksandra Alyna Anja Anica

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