[name_m]Hi[/name_m] all:
We have a [name_u]Christmas[/name_u] baby boy coming and hubby was liking [name_m]Felix[/name_m], which means “happy, fortunate”. We thought this was a cute idea for a [name_u]Christmas[/name_u] boy. Then, for whatever reason I couldn’t quite get on board, and we are leaning toward another name. However, I keep thinking about it, because I can’t get some questions out of my mind! Can you help me?
We’re going more for an underused classic with a bit of an edge, so I think my concerns are related to whether this name fits in that category. (FYI - we don’t care/aren’t worried about cat associations. Not a factor for us.)
What comes to mind when you think of [name_m]Felix[/name_m]? What would a boy called [name_m]Felix[/name_m] be like?
Does the “x” ending group it in with other trendy names (like [name_m]Jaxon[/name_m], [name_m]Daxon[/name_m], etc)?
The US national name stats indicate that this is not overly common, but it seems like it’s more common where I live. Is this a name with strong regional ties?
Has this name crested in terms of sounding fresh? Seems like this was perhaps edgy 5-10 years ago.
Would others notice the name meaning significance around the holidays, or is this not something I should really put not the “pros” list?
Whenever I hear the name [name_m]Felix[/name_m], I always imagine a quiet little boy. He’s shy, intelligent and very cute.
No, I don’t think it does. [name_m]Felix[/name_m] is a vintage name that’s been used for years whereas [name_m]Jaxon[/name_m] and [name_m]Daxon[/name_m] are modern invented names.
I don’t live in the US, so maybe someone who does would give the answer you’re looking for. I’ve never met a [name_m]Felix[/name_m] (as far as I can remember), only one couple a few years ago considering the name.
I’m not sure exactly what you mean by this. I’ve never seen the name [name_m]Felix[/name_m] as edgy. It’s far too quiet imo.
People often don’t know name meanings unless you tell them but I think they would get the connection once you told them.
Overall, I think [name_m]Felix[/name_m] is a great name and I can see it on any age.
No, definitely not. [name_m]Felix[/name_m] is an older, traditional name. [name_m]Jaxon[/name_m] and [name_m]Daxon[/name_m] are either variations or modern invented names.
I don’t think it has strong regional ties. I think anyone anywhere can name their kid [name_m]Felix[/name_m]. However, I do feel like it is a more common name in the UK, and many English names are coming over to the US so maybe that has something to do with it?
I think it sounds fresh like older names, like [name_f]Matilda[/name_f] or [name_f]Clementine[/name_f], sound fresh now. As I said, it is a traditional but less-used name, so I doubt its going to become a name like [name_f]Jessica[/name_f], [name_f]Emily[/name_f] or [name_u]Aiden[/name_u] (very tied to an era).
I don’t immediately think of [name_u]Christmas[/name_u], but I do imagine sparkles an happiness which give me the same feeling as the holiday season.
I think [name_m]Felix[/name_m] is a strong, handsome name. I picture a boy/man that is put-together, wise, enjoys reading and learning but also enjoys the outdoors and adventure.
I do not consider [name_m]Felix[/name_m] even close to being like names like [name_m]Jaxon[/name_m] and [name_m]Daxon[/name_m].
I do not know if it has strong regional ties. I have lived in 4 states and I work with children, I have never met or known one. I think I recall my brother my know one but he would be in [name_f]England[/name_f].
I think [name_m]Felix[/name_m] will always feel like a solid name.
Many people do not know the meaning of names. You will know and close family and friends will know if you share the story behind the name. I wouldn’t let that bother me. One of the great things about my combos are that they are packed with honoring and meaning but only close family and friends will know and understand. The rest of the world doesn’t need to know and most actually do not care.
I personally adore [name_m]Felix[/name_m]. I feel [name_m]Felix[/name_m] will work with many personality types. I love the idea of the pet name/nick name [name_m]Fox[/name_m] for some added spunk.
What comes to mind when you think of [name_m]Felix[/name_m]? What would a boy called [name_m]Felix[/name_m] be like?
I’d imagine a boy named [name_m]Felix[/name_m] to be quiet, shy, kind and very polite.
Does the “x” ending group it in with other trendy names (like [name_m]Jaxon[/name_m], [name_m]Daxon[/name_m], etc)?
No, I don’t think it’s trendy at all.
The US national name stats indicate that this is not overly common, but it seems like it’s more common where I live. Is this a name with strong regional ties?
I don’t think so.
Has this name crested in terms of sounding fresh? Seems like this was perhaps edgy 5-10 years ago.
I don’t think it’s really edgy, stylish more likely or maybe vintage
Would others notice the name meaning significance around the holidays, or is this not something I should really put not the “pros” list?
I don’t really think of it as a holiday name, but I believe it would be a lovely tie.
A bright, outgoing boy who’s a bit creative and makes friends easily.
No, because this use of x is much more justified and less attention-seeking. I’d consider it much closer to [name_m]Fox[/name_m] and [name_u]Phoenix[/name_u], a little flashy but not an eyesore that will date badly.
I wouldn’t think so, but it might depend on the culture of your region. Is it younger/more hipster than average? What are the ethnocultural demographics, since they often skew naming preferences and trends?
I think there’s a big difference between sounding trendy and sounding fresh. It reminds me of trends like [name_u]Phoenix[/name_u] and [name_u]Eden[/name_u] from about that long ago, but this is a timeless classic for me, so it’s fresher than a lot of trendy names and will stay more fresh!
Not likely. As pointed out, most people don’t know name meanings and if they do, they’ll probably think of this as lucky.
Nothing in particular comes to mind, I think [name_m]Felix[/name_m] would suit really anyone. I do sort of think of [name_m]Felix[/name_m] [name_m]Hernandez[/name_m].
No, because [name_m]Felix[/name_m] is more of an established name. It reminds me of [name_m]Hugo[/name_m]; an on trend, old world name that almost everyone seems to consider!
I’m not sure on that; I live in the pnw and I hear this name. All. The. Time. I don’t know any Hugos personally (aside from cats/dogs/pets etc) but I hear it everywhere, lots of people seem to consider it for their children.
It doesn’t feel as fresh to me nowadays, it seems very of the moment, but I never thought of it as edgy.
I think people might get the connection, but certainly not everyone would.
I think it could suit different types of boys. My immediate association would be a very smart, very likable little boy.
Not at all! Felix has been a well established name for years, I would never think it sounded trendy.
I can’t speak to the popularity in the US, as I live in Canada. I personally haven’t met many boys named Felix, only two as far as I’m aware, but they were both in their teens.
I don’t know if Felix was ever really ‘edgy’. The name sounds too gentle for that. It might be just that edgy=trendy in my mind at least. Felix still sounds very fresh to me though.
I can’t speak to what others would notice, but I know the meaning of Felix, and would probably make the connection if I were to meet a Christmas baby by the name of Felix. I like that the connection to the holidays is more subtle as well than just straight out naming the baby Nicholas or Christian (not that those aren’t both handsome names, just that the connection is a bit more in-your-face)
Being a woman of a certain age, I think of [name_m]Felix[/name_m] on The Odd Couple, the fussy one. I am not old enough to think of [name_m]Felix[/name_m] the [name_f]Cat[/name_f] - not sure who that is. That said, it is a great name. That I think of the old show is probably also b/c I have yet to meet a real time [name_m]Felix[/name_m].
No! I hate [name_m]Jaxon[/name_m] [name_m]Maxon[/name_m] Axon [name_m]Faxon[/name_m] Raxon names, but [name_m]Felix[/name_m] is a classic.
I’ve taught for 30 years in Northern [name_u]California[/name_u] and I’ve never met a [name_m]Felix[/name_m]. However, there may be a bumper crop of them coming up - I don’t know many babies.
I think it is fresh. If it had crested 10-15 years ago where I live, I would have taught some and I haven’t.
I would not associate [name_m]Felix[/name_m] with [name_u]Christmas[/name_u] but instead just with the general idea of happiness.
What comes to mind when you think of [name_m]Felix[/name_m]? What would a boy called [name_m]Felix[/name_m] be like?
He is definitely happy and most likely easy going.
Does the “x” ending group it in with other trendy names (like [name_m]Jaxon[/name_m], [name_m]Daxon[/name_m], etc)?
I would say [name_m]Felix[/name_m] is on-trend with X and uncommon classics, but not necessarily trendy.
The US national name stats indicate that this is not overly common, but it seems like it’s more common where I live. Is this a name with strong regional ties?
The only [name_m]Felix[/name_m] I know is Filipino. The best way to explore this might be the state data and compare [name_m]Felix[/name_m]'s ranking across the country.
Has this name crested in terms of sounding fresh? Seems like this was perhaps edgy 5-10 years ago.
Considering how many people have never met someone with this name, I would say it is fresh.
Would others notice the name meaning significance around the holidays, or is this not something I should really put not the “pros” list?
I think the holiday connection and meaning would be more clear if it was [name_u]Feliz[/name_u] rather than [name_m]Felix[/name_m]. Plus, kids seem to love it when their name is in a song.
I adore [name_m]Felix[/name_m] and for me it totally fits the “underused classic with a bit of an edge” feel that you’re going for. I’m in the UK, so my answers to some of these questions might be rather less relevant, but here goes…
To me, [name_m]Felix[/name_m] is a strong, quirky, sensitive name. I imagine a happy, bookish, inquisitive person who’s fun and interesting to be around. I have a family member called [name_m]Felix[/name_m] (American, aged 3, hipster parents), so he’s my first association. Beyond that… the pet food brand and [name_m]Hugh[/name_m] [name_m]Grant[/name_m] (who has a [name_m]Felix[/name_m]), but they’re not strong associations.
Absolutely not! The -x ending is what marks [name_m]Felix[/name_m] out from other vintage/traditional names and gives it its edge, but it has come about it totally organically. Definitely feels completely different from the [name_m]Jaxon[/name_m]/[name_m]Daxton[/name_m] group of names to me.
[name_m]Felix[/name_m] is pretty popular where I’m from (it hovers around the bottom of the Top 100), but still I meet very few, and it feels very distinctive since it doesn’t really sound like anything else. Often, really statistically uncommon names can actually feel much more predictable than more popular ones, if they share a lot of sounds or features. [name_m]Felix[/name_m] is pretty much one of a kind.
I agree that if it’s truly “edgy” that you’re going for, [name_m]Felix[/name_m] is probably not the way to go. But for a lesser-used vintage/traditional option with plenty of punch and personality, it absolutely fits the bill. It doesn’t feel totally fresh to me, but still strikes me as a stylish choice with plenty of character.
I doubt that anyone would make the connection, but if it’s something that you like about the name, what does that matter? My son’s middle name is [name_u]Valentine[/name_u]: not after the holiday (he was born in [name_u]June[/name_u]), but after my late grandma, [name_f]Valerie[/name_f] [name_f]Irene[/name_f]. No one apart from close family will ever recognise this (and I even had to clarify it to some of them!) but it makes the name extra-special to me and my family.