Iris: Name Meaning and Origin
Pronounced: Iris · 2 syllables
Everything about the name Iris: what it means, where it comes from, how to say it, and how popular it is right now.
Meaning
«Rainbow»
Gender
Girl
Origin
Greek
Popularity
68 out of 100
Where Iris is popular
- ItalyISTAT#55
Rankings come from each country’s official birth statistics. Where a statistics office publishes no ranked list, we show that a name is popular rather than estimating a position.
About the Name Iris
With its Greek heritage, Iris has long been valued for its meaning, "Rainbow." It is the kind of girl's name that carries a clear story parents can pass on.
In everyday speech Iris is said Iris (2 syllables). Iris is usually used in full, without a common nickname.
Today Iris is a steadily chosen option, scoring 68 out of 100 on our popularity index. In feel it reads as .
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FAQ
What does the name Iris mean?+
The name Iris means "Rainbow".
What is the origin of the name Iris?+
Iris is a name of Greek origin.
Is Iris a girl or boy name?+
Iris is traditionally a girl name.
How do you pronounce Iris?+
Iris is pronounced Iris (2 syllables).
Is Iris a popular name?+
Iris is a steadily chosen option, scoring 68 out of 100 in our popularity index.
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