New York’s Luckiest Baby Names for a Fortunate Start in Life

Every parent in New York State hopes to give their child the best start in life, and what better way to invite good fortune than by choosing a name linked to luck?

With St. Patrick’s Day today, people are thinking about luck. A recent study looked at Nameberry's list of lucky names and compared it with the global name database Forebears.io.

These lucky names not only carry a charm but also offer New Yorker parents a unique opportunity to bestow their child with fortune and good vibes.

Luckiest Baby Girl Names for New Yorkers

Iris: Iris symbolizes wisdom and renewal, with 783,027 individuals worldwide sharing the name. The name has been embraced by influential figures like Iris Apfel and Iris Law.

Felicia: With Latin roots, Felicia embodies 'good fortune' and 'happiness', resonating with the positivity of 671,122 people globally. Notable figures carrying the name include actress Felicia Day and poet Felicia Hemans.

Beata: Nearly 350,000 people bear the name Beata worldwide, which stands for 'blessed' in Latin, reminding its wearer of their cherished and fortunate existence.

Penny: Representing luck and whimsy with 242,802 namesakes globally, Penny also carries the old superstition that finding a penny brings prosperity. Famous Pennys include actress Penny Lancaster and musician Penny Ford.

Ayan:  Shared by 232,175 individuals worldwide, Ayan, a Somali name, embodies 'good luck' and 'destiny'.

Luckiest Baby Boy Names for New Yorkers

Felix: With a staggering 2,386,269 namesakes globally, Felix signifies 'fortunate' and 'successful', reflecting a legacy of prosperity. Modern Felixes include tennis star Felix Auger-Aliassime and YouTuber Felix Kjellberg.

Ayman: Originating from Arabic, Ayman means 'righteous' and 'lucky’, carried by 849,379 individuals worldwide.

Lucky: Embodying luck, the name Lucky ranks third among the luckiest baby boy names, with 449,391 namesakes worldwide.

Edmund: Edmund, shared by 222,743 people worldwide, holds a historical significance tied to figures like English poet John Keats and mountaineer Sir Edmund Hillary.

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Benedict: Meaning 'blessed' in Latin, Benedict reflects a legacy of blessings, represented by figures such as Benedict Cumberbatch and Pope Benedict XVI.