Iris
Greek Mythology · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Iris
Iris means "rainbow" and derives from the ancient Greek word "iris" (ἶρις), which in Greek mythology referred to the goddess of the rainbow and messenger of the gods.
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Etymology
Iris means "rainbow" and derives from the ancient Greek word "iris" (ἶρις), which in Greek mythology referred to the goddess of the rainbow and messenger of the gods. The name has been used across Western cultures, particularly in English-speaking, Greek, and European communities, with historical prominence in ancient Greece and widespread adoption in modern times across secular and Christian contexts.
Iris currently ranks #61 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2025.
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