Iris is a distinctive boys' name in United States, ranking #6734 in 1999 with 9 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2022 with 24 births ranking #4351. In 1999, approximately 1 in every 213,343 boys born was named Iris. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Iris is a luminous classic meaning rainbow. It feels floral, bright, and elegantly concise.
The name combines botanical, mythological, and colour symbolism, which helps explain its lasting appeal. Its modern revival is part of the wider return of crisp vintage girls' names.