Fortunate
Meaning of Fortunate
Originating from the Latin word "fortuna," meaning "luck" or "fortune," the name Fortunate is a unique and elegant choice for baby girls. With its positive connotation, this name reflects the hope for a fortunate and prosperous life ahead. In English, Fortunate is pronounced as FOR-chuh-nit (/ˈfɔr.tʃə.nɪt/). Additionally, in Italian it can be pronounced as for-tu-NAH-teh (/fɔr.tu.ˈna.te/) and in French as for-tu-NAHT (/fɔr.ty.naht/). Another variation of this name is Fortunata. Although not commonly used, Fortunate still holds a special charm and uniqueness. While its popularity has fluctuated over the years, with five occurrences in 1922 ranking at 5010, it remains an excellent choice for parents seeking a distinctive name with positive associations.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as FOR-chuh-nit (/ˈfɔr.tʃə.nɪt/)
Italian
- Pronunced as for-tu-NAH-teh (/fɔr.tu.ˈna.te/)
French
- Pronunced as for-tu-NAHT (/fɔr.ty.naht/)
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Notable People Named Fortunate
| Fortunate Mafeta Phaka - Fortunate Phaka is a South African environmental scientist, author, and television producer known for his research on herptiles and his work in wildlife conservation. |
| Fortunate Nantongo is a Ugandan lawyer, politician, and legislator who represents the people of Kyotera District as a woman member of parliament in the parliament of Uganda, and serves as the Shadow Minister of Gender, Labor, and Social Development in the opposition government. |
| Fortunate Atubiga is a Ghanaian politician who served as a member of the First and Second Parliament of the Fourth Republic of Ghana, representing the Binduri Constituency in the Upper East Region. |
| Fortunate Chidzivo is a Zimbabwean long distance runner who participated in the women's marathon at the 2017 World Championships in Athletics. |
| Fortunate Thulare is a Motswana footballer currently playing as a defender for Jwaneng Galaxy. |
