Fortunato
Fortunato is a Christian boy name of Latin origin, meaning “Fortunate, lucky”.
| Meaning | Fortunate, lucky |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Latin |
| Pronunciation | for-too-NAH-toh |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Italy, Spain, Argentina, Philippines |
Meaning and origin of Fortunato
Fortunato comes from the Latin Fortunatus, 'fortunate, blessed with good luck', related to Fortuna, the Roman goddess of fortune. A Fortunatus is mentioned by Paul in 1 Corinthians, and the sixth-century poet Venantius Fortunatus, later bishop of Poitiers, wrote hymns still sung in churches. Readers of Edgar Allan Poe may also know it from the doomed character in The Cask of Amontillado.
Is Fortunato a Christian name?
Fortunato is a Christian name borne by several saints, including the hymn-writer Venantius Fortunatus. Its hopeful meaning made it a favourite in Catholic families.
How popular is Fortunato?
An old-fashioned name, rare among babies today.
Gifts with the name Fortunato
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Spellings and variants of Fortunato
Names similar to Fortunato
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Fortunato mean?
Fortunato means 'Fortunate, lucky'. It is of Latin origin.
Is Fortunato a Christian name?
Fortunato is a Christian name borne by several saints, including the hymn-writer Venantius Fortunatus. Its hopeful meaning made it a favourite in Catholic families.
How do you pronounce Fortunato?
Fortunato is pronounced for-too-NAH-toh.
Is Fortunato a boy or girl name?
Fortunato is usually a boy name.