Rising since 2008, #6,446 for boys today.
Popularity of Feliks since 2002
Babies named Feliks per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 5 |
| 2010s | 64 |
| 2020s | 41 |
Meaning & origin
Feliks is a Polish and Slavic form of the Latin name Felix, meaning 'lucky' or 'happy'. In the United States, it has been in use since 2002, when it first appeared on the Social Security Administration's list of given names. As of 2025, Feliks ranked 6446th in popularity, with an estimated 1 in 131,390 newborn boys receiving the name. Its usage has been rising steadily since 2008, and it reached its peak popularity in 2025. The name is firmly rooted in Polish tradition, and while it may not be widely common in the US, it holds cultural significance for families with Slavic heritage. The rising trajectory suggests growing appreciation for this distinctive variant of a classic Latin name.
Feliks is the Polish and Slavic form of the Latin name Felix, derived from the Latin word 'felix' meaning 'lucky', 'successful', or 'happy'. The name Felix was common among early Christians and later adopted across Europe. In Poland, Feliks has been used since the Middle Ages, often associated with Saint Felix, a martyred priest from the 3rd century.
“Feliks” around the world
Where Feliks lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Fel, Feluś, Feles
Sibling names for Feliks
Names that share Feliks's style, for a brother or sister.
