Felix

From Latin felix, meaning "happy" or "fortunate," Felix was a common cognomen in ancient Rome, borne by several notable figures including the procurator Antonius Felix mentioned in the New Testament and multiple popes throughout the early medieval period. The name spread widely across Europe through Christian usage and remains popular in many countries today. Variant forms include Félix in French, Spanish, and Portuguese, while related names include Felicia, Felicity, and the Italian Felice.