Iris
Iris first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 2025, when 3,729 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 3,729.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Iris popular?
Near its peak Iris is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
| 2020s | 17,499 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 15,352 | |
| 2000s | 8,644 | |
| 1990s | 5,542 | |
| 1980s | 4,739 | |
| 1970s | 4,685 | |
| 1960s | 5,807 | |
| 1950s | 8,871 | |
| 1940s | 7,814 | |
| 1930s | 8,135 | |
| 1920s | 8,672 | |
| 1910s | 4,360 | |
| 1900s | 937 | |
| 1890s | 374 | |
| 1880s | 119 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Iris mean?
From Greek 'iris' meaning 'rainbow'; Iris was the Greek goddess of the rainbow. The iris flower was named for its rainbow range of colours, so the name functions both as a bloom word and a word for 'rainbow'.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Iris mean?
Iris means Iris flower / rainbow. From Greek 'iris' meaning 'rainbow'; Iris was the Greek goddess of the rainbow. The iris flower was named for its rainbow range of colours, so the name functions both as a bloom word and a word for 'rainbow'.
What is the origin of the name Iris?
Iris is of greek origin.
How do you pronounce Iris?
Iris is pronounced “EYE-ris.”
Is Iris a boy or a girl name?
Iris is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Iris a popular name right now?
Iris is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
How popular is the name Iris?
In 2025, Iris ranked #61 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Iris most popular?
Iris was most popular in 2025, when about 3,729 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Iris?
Names similar to Iris include Violet, Lily, Rose, Wren.
What names go well with Iris?
greek names that pair well with Iris include Christopher, Cynthia, Andrew, Helen, Timothy.