Fortune Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationFOR-tun / /ˈfɔːr.tʃən/Latin; English
Meaning
Latin: chance; English: good fortune
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Fortune has roots in Latin, where it is derived from 'fortuna,' meaning luck or chance. In English-speaking cultures, it has been used as a given name, often associated with prosperity and good luck. The name has been used in various contexts, including literature and folklore, to symbolize favorable outcomes.
Trend Summary
The name Fortune has seen limited use in the United States, remaining relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Fortun
- Fortunee
International Variants
- Fortuna (Latin)
- Fortunato (Italian)
- Fortunée (French)
Famous people named Fortune
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Fictional characters named Fortune
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Fortune was first seen in the United States in 1915. Fortune has ranked as high as #1349 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Fortune has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Fortune
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1915 | 6 |
| 1916 | 7 |
| 1922 | 6 |
| 1924 | 5 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2021 | 14 |
| 2022 | 12 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2024 | 8 |