Felix vs Arthur

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Felix

Boy #177 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"happy, fortunate"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English German Spanish Latin American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#177
Total SSA Count
2,081
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Arthur

Boy #105 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bear, bear-like strength"

Origin: Brythonic Celtic

Cultural Roots

English French Welsh British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#105
Total SSA Count
3,318
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Felix Rank #177
Arthur Rank #105

Arthur is more popular, ranked #105 vs #177 for Felix.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Felix or Arthur more popular?

Arthur is more popular, ranked #105 compared to Felix at #177 in the United States.

What do Felix and Arthur mean?

Felix means "happy, fortunate" (Latin origin). Arthur means "bear, bear-like strength" (Brythonic Celtic origin).

Are Felix and Arthur boy or girl names?

Felix is primarily a boy name. Arthur is primarily a boy name.

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