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Girl Name

Iris

"Rainbow, colorful, messenger of gods"

Ranked #59 for girls

About the Name Iris

Meaning

Rainbow, colorful, messenger of gods

Origin

Greek

Gender

Girl

First Letter

I

Girl Rank

#59

Iris is a girl name of Greek origin. The name means "Rainbow, colorful, messenger of gods" and is currently ranked #59 in popularity in the United States. Browse more names starting with I or explore other Greek names.

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Popularity Over Time

#210
1950
#280
1960
#350
1970
--
1980
--
1990
#210
2000
#88
2010
#59
2020

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.

Famous People Named Iris

  • IM Iris Murdoch
  • IA Iris Apfel

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Gift of Isis, strong gift

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Quick Facts

Syllables
2
Letters
4
Starts with
I
Origin
Greek

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