Fortunat

Latin

"luck, fate, wealth"

Fortunat Origin and Meaning

The name Fortunat is a boy's name.

Fortunat is a masculine name with Latin origins, derived from 'fortunatus,' meaning 'lucky' or 'blessed with good fortune.' It was borne by several early Christian saints, including St. Fortunatus of Naples. Popular primarily in French-speaking regions and parts of Eastern Europe, Fortunat embodies positive qualities and bestows wishes of prosperity upon the bearer. Though rare in English-speaking countries, it maintains steady usage in places like Quebec, Poland, and Romania. The name carries an elegant, classical quality while suggesting optimism and good fortune. Variations include Fortunato (Italian) and Fortunatus (Latin).

Famous People Named Fortunat

• Fortunat Joseph Strowski French literary critic
• Fortunat Alojzy Gonzaga Żółkowski Polish actor
• Juliusz Fortunat Kossak Polish painter
• Narcisse Fortunat Belleau, 1st Lieutenant Governor of Quebec, Canada