Fortunato
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About Fortunato
Fortunato is a masculine name of Italian and Spanish origin derived from the Latin 'fortunatus' meaning 'lucky,' 'fortunate,' or 'blessed.' With roots in ancient Roman culture, this expressive name has been used since medieval times, often given in the hope of bestowing good fortune on a child. While common in Italy, Spain, and Latin American countries, it remains relatively rare in English-speaking regions, giving it an exotic, distinctive quality. The name carries rich literary associations, most notably as a character in Edgar Allan Poe's famous story 'The Cask of Amontillado.' Fortunato has a melodious, romantic sound typical of Italian names, and its meaningful connection to luck and prosperity makes it an optimistic choice with historical depth.
Pronounced for-too-NAH-toe.
As of October 2026, Fortunato ranked #12872 in US births in 2024 SSA, peaked at #1069 in 1911.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
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| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
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Fortunato on lists
Famous Fortunatos
- Fortunatus or Fortunato
several saints
- Fortunato Bartolommeo Felice
2nd Comte de Panzutti, Italian author and educator
- Fortunato Depero
Italian painter
- Fortunato Abat
Filipino general
- Fortunato Pedro "Pete" Benavides
U.S. federal judge
- Fortunato "Boy" Tanseco de la Peña
Filipino engineer
- Fortunato Zampaglione
Italian singer,songwriter
- Fortunato Baldelli
Italian Cardinal
- Fortunato Santini
Italian priest, composer and music collector
- Leonardo Fortunato Ponti
son of actress Sasha Alexander
Fortunato in pop culture
- Fortunato
character in short story "The Cask of Amontillado" by Edgar Allan Poe.