Iris is a distinctive boys' name in United States, ranking #6954 in 2025 with 12 recorded births. This places Iris in the top 50% 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 2025, approximately 1 in every 142,340 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.