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Feliz is a masculine name of Spanish and Portuguese origin meaning 'happy' or 'fortunate.' It derives from the Latin 'felix,' which shares the same meaning. Though not extremely common in…
Feliziano is a masculine name with Latin and Spanish roots, derived from 'felix' meaning 'happy' or 'fortunate.' It's an elaborate variation of Feliciano, which itself is related to the more common…
Felizio is a masculine name with Italian and Spanish linguistic roots. It likely derives from the Latin word 'felix,' meaning 'happy,' 'fortunate,' or 'lucky.' This places Felizio in the same name…
English
"field settlement"
An English place name and surname that was in the Top 1000 for most of the early 20th century. Like Halston and Afton, it has a modern-sounding, understated style. In British history, John Felton was…
Felyx is a masculine name that appears to be an alternative spelling of Felix, which derives from Latin meaning 'happy,' 'fortunate,' or 'lucky.' This distinctive spelling with a 'y' gives the…
Yoruba
A short form of the masculine name Olufemi, which means "the Lord loves me". Femi is also used as a standalone name for both genders, meaning "love me".
English, Dutch, Frisian
"marshland; peace"
In English, a fen is a wetland fed by surface and/or groundwater. In Dutch and Frisian, it's a traditional diminutive of names containing the element frid , meaning "peace". Either way, Fen makes a…
"defender, guard"
Iconic guitar manufacturer that could make for an edgy baby name for rock lovers – or petrolheads; a fender is also part of a car.
Italian
"split"
A high-style baby name that conjures the Italian luxury fashion house. Given to 11 boys and 13 girls in 2023, it's currently a gender-neutral choice in the US. Borrowed from the founders of the…
Fenel is an uncommon masculine name that may have multiple origins. It could be related to the herb fennel (Foeniculum vulgare), which has historical significance in many cultures. Alternatively, it…
Fenell is a masculine name with likely connections to nature. It appears to be a variant of 'Fennel,' the aromatic herb that has been valued since ancient times for both culinary and medicinal…
English word name
"(in the Bible) the ship built by Noah to save his family and every animal from the Flood"
A spiritual word name — as in Noah's Ark and the Ark of the Covenant — that also fits the trend for short, punchy words like Oak and Ace. It's rare (used for 7 boys in 2020) but could sail far.
Fénix is a masculine name derived directly from the Spanish spelling of 'phoenix,' the mythological bird that regenerates from its own ashes. This powerful symbol of rebirth, renewal, and immortality…
English surname
Fenmore Baldwin is a character on The Young and the Restless , his first name being his mother's maiden name. In the real world, it was given to virtually no babies last year.
Arjune is a masculine name primarily of Indian origin, representing a variation of Arjun or Arjuna, a central figure in Hindu mythology. In the epic Mahabharata, Arjuna was a skilled archer and…
Arju is a masculine name with multicultural roots, primarily found in South Asian and Baltic cultures. In South Asian contexts, particularly in regions of India, Arju may derive from Sanskrit…
Vegetable and herb name
In the garden of herb names, Rosemary and Basil are perennials and Sage is a new upshoot, but Fennel is a real rarity. The aniseed-tasting plant, used to add flavor to dishes around the world, gets…
Fennell is a masculine name that originated as a surname before occasionally crossing over to first-name usage. It derives from the herb fennel, ultimately from Latin 'foeniculum.' As a surname, it…
A Finnish tribe and language
If you've heard this name, it's probably from the hero of the acclaimed Julia Glass novel, Three Junes , or else the political scientist Richard Fenno. As well as a Finnish name, it's alos a Frisian…
Arjin is a masculine name with roots in several cultures. In Kurdish, it means 'fire of life' or 'flame,' symbolizing passion and vitality. The name also appears in Turkish culture with connections…