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    Felix

    FEE-liks

    Latin
    Boy
    In the King James Bible
    Meaning
    Happy; Fortunate; Blessed
    Origin
    Latin
    Is it in the Bible?
    Yes — Felix appears in the King James Bible, including Acts 24:25.
    First appears in
    Acts — Acts and the early church
    Peak US usage
    1900s (0.075% of births), currently steady
    Spiritual meaning
    Felix's name — 'happy' — contrasts ironically with his trembling before Paul's message. His story warns us that postponing our response to God's truth robs us of the very happiness our hearts seek.
    King James verses
    • Acts 24:25

      "And as he reasoned of righteousness, temperance, and judgment to come, Felix trembled, and answered, Go thy way for this time; when I have a convenient season, I will call for thee."

    • Acts 24:27

      "But after two years Porcius Festus came into Felix' room: and Felix, willing to shew the Jews a pleasure, left Paul bound."

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