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Felix vs Ryan

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
Ryan Rank #87

Ryan is more popular, ranked #87 vs #177 for Felix.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Felix or Ryan more popular?

Ryan is more popular, ranked #87 compared to Felix at #177 in the United States.

What do Felix and Ryan mean?

Felix means "happy, fortunate" (Latin origin). Ryan means "little king" (Irish Gaelic (O'Riain) origin).

Are Felix and Ryan boy or girl names?

Felix is primarily a boy name. Ryan is primarily a boy name.

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