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  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.
Latin meaning

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

YearGirl Births
20243124 births
20232936 births
20222933 births
20212581 births
20202177 births
20192193 births
20182128 births
20171969 births
20161745 births
20151501 births
20141325 births
20131248 births
20121132 births
20111051 births
20101009 births
20091035 births

 IRIS as a boy

YearBoy Births
202416 births
202317 births
202224 births
202114 births
202014 births
20196 births
20186 births
20176 births
20159 births
20125 births
20115 births
20065 births
20047 births
19999 births
19975 births
19956 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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