Updated October 2026
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Latin
"happy, fortunate"
Felix is one of those ancient but nontraditional names for boys that have come into favor over the past few decades, a favorite of parents who want a masculine name with history and heft that breaks…
English
"fortunate protector"
The sophisticated Edmund and its nearly-identical French twin Edmond are coming out of mothballs now that Edward, inspired by Twilight, is once again a hot name. In fact, it's already a fairly…
"wealthy, fortunate ruler"
An Old English name that went out of style in the 11th century, but has been brought back into style, perhaps by Edrick Lee, the Australian Rugby player. Given to 84 boys in 2023, Edrick is sometimes…
Arabic
"lucky, fortunate"
This female form of Sa'id is one of several eminently usable Arabic S names.
Italian and Spanish variation of Faust
"fortunate one"
While Faust, who sold his soul to the devil, was anything but fortunate, this Latinate variation is more commonly heard and accepted.
A name with several distinguished namesakes: the wife of ancient Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius, a famous Italian opera singer, and two Catholic saints--making it both substantial and unusual.
Russian, Slovene and Polish variation of Felix, Latin
An Eastern European variation of the cheerful Felix, Feliks is a popular choice in Poland, and ranked in the Top 100 in a recent year. Associated with good fortune and good luck, this form would be…
Typically used as a boy name, the light, cheerful Felix may appeal to those who like Felicity but want something less frilly, along the lines of Lennox, Lux, and Maddox. Derived from Latin to mean…
Hebrew
A Hebrew word name with an upbeat meaning, Mazal appears in the congratulatory phrase Mazal tov . Originally meaning "constellation" or "zodiac", it shifted to become associated with luck in the…
Variation of Mazal, Yiddish, Hebrew
More likely to appear as Mazal, this upbeat Hebrew word name is associated with good luck, good fortune, and congratulations. It was originally used to describe constellations, stars, and the zodiac,…
Norwegian
"fortunate victor, island of victory"
A more contemporary form of the Old Norse name Eyvindr. In Norway, this is a traditional and old-fashioned choice, having been in the Top 100 baby boy names every year from 1945 to 1999. From a…
Faustus is a masculine name with ancient Roman origins, derived from the Latin word 'faustus' meaning 'lucky' or 'favorable.' It shares roots with the word 'auspicious' and was used during the…
"fortunate"
Though often heard in the Hispanic and Italian communities, it hasn't made an impact here, perhaps because of the connection to the character of Faust and his pact with the devil. Variations:…
Yiddish, Hebrew
A cheerful Yiddish name, associated with good luck, Mazell is a variation of Mazal or Mazel.
Hindi
The name of the Hindu elephant-headed god of success and wisdom, son of Shiva and Parvati.
Japanese
Kiaria is pretty but sure to prove confusing given all the more familiar Kiara and Keira variations out there.
"fortunate child"
What parent wouldn't love this meaning?
Because the legendary Faust sold his soul to the devil, few parents would choose this for a child, although Fausto is commonly heard in Italy and Spain.
French and Russian variation of Faustinus, Latin
Notably borne by Faustin Soulouque, a 19th-century president, and later emperor, of Haiti.
Of the Faust- name family, Fausto is considered the most stylish.