Iris is a distinctive boys' name in United States, ranking #11311 in 2018 with 6 recorded births. This places Iris in the bottom 20% of ranked US boys' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Rare. The name reached its all-time peak in 2022 with 24 births ranking #4351. In 2018, approximately 1 in every 302,579 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.