Iris
Iris: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Iris
- A female given name from Ancient Greek; a flower name used since the end of the 19th century.
Etymology
From Ancient Greek Ἶρις (Îris, “rainbow”).
How popular is Iris?
Since 1880, 101,550 girls and 770 boys in the U.S. have been named Iris (99% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #61 in 2025. Its highest rank for boys was #1443 in 1907. In 2025 it ranked #61 for girls, with 3,741 babies given the name.
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Iris FAQ
What does the name Iris mean?
A female given name from Ancient Greek; a flower name used since the end of the 19th century. From Ancient Greek Ἶρις (Îris, “rainbow”).
What is the origin of the name Iris?
Iris is listed as a name of Greek origin.
How popular is the name Iris?
Since 1880, 101,550 girls and 770 boys in the U.S. have been named Iris (99% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #61 in 2025. Its highest rank for boys was #1443 in 1907. In 2025 it ranked #61 for girls, with 3,741 babies given the name.
Is Iris a boy or girl name?
Iris is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 101,550 girls and 770 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.