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Felix vs Nathan

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

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Popularity Comparison

Felix Rank #177
Nathan Rank #62

Nathan is more popular, ranked #62 vs #177 for Felix.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Felix or Nathan more popular?

Nathan is more popular, ranked #62 compared to Felix at #177 in the United States.

What do Felix and Nathan mean?

Felix means "happy, fortunate" (Latin origin). Nathan means "he gave" (Hebrew origin).

Are Felix and Nathan boy or girl names?

Felix is primarily a boy name. Nathan is primarily a boy name.

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