IRIS
The meaning of the unisex name Iris is COLORFUL, RAINBOW
Details on IRIS:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- Rainbow
- Popularity for Girl:
- 184th in the USA (top 5%)
- Popularity for Boy:
- 12,768th in the USA (top 40%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
3,124 births
IRIS as a GIRL in 2024
16 births
IRIS as a BOY in 2024
The meaning(s) of IRIS:
The name Iris is a Latin baby name. In Latin the meaning of the name Iris is: F: Ameaning bringer of joy. In the Divine Comedy, Beatrice was Dante's guide through Paradise, perhaps inspired by Beatrice Portinari who was Dante's earliest love.
USA SSA birth(s) for IRIS:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name IRIS
IRIS as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 3124 births |
| 2023 | 2936 births |
| 2022 | 2933 births |
| 2021 | 2581 births |
| 2020 | 2177 births |
| 2019 | 2193 births |
| 2018 | 2128 births |
| 2017 | 1969 births |
| 2016 | 1745 births |
| 2015 | 1501 births |
| 2014 | 1325 births |
| 2013 | 1248 births |
| 2012 | 1132 births |
| 2011 | 1051 births |
| 2010 | 1009 births |
| 2009 | 1035 births |
IRIS as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 16 births |
| 2023 | 17 births |
| 2022 | 24 births |
| 2021 | 14 births |
| 2020 | 14 births |
| 2019 | 6 births |
| 2018 | 6 births |
| 2017 | 6 births |
| 2015 | 9 births |
| 2012 | 5 births |
| 2011 | 5 births |
| 2006 | 5 births |
| 2004 | 7 births |
| 1999 | 9 births |
| 1997 | 5 births |
| 1995 | 6 births |
About the name IRIS
Iris is a name steeped in beauty and significance, derived from the Greek word for "rainbow," symbolizing hope and connection between heaven and earth. In Greek mythology, Iris was the goddess who linked the gods to humanity, often depicted as a messenger with vibrant wings, embodying the spectrum of colors that a rainbow brings. The name carries an air of elegance and grace, often associated with the delicate iris flower, which blooms in a cascade of hues and represents faith, wisdom, and cherished friendships. Popular in various cultures, Iris finds its roots in countries such as Greece, where it evokes ancient heritage, and in the UK and the United States, where it has gained modern appeal, celebrated for its lyrical sound and rich connotations. In Japan, the name is also cherished, where the iris flower is a symbol of protection and reassurance. With its blend of historical depth and natural beauty, Iris is a name that resonates across geographies, offering a timeless choice for a child destined to bring color and light into the world.
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