What does the name Iris mean?

The first name Iris means “rainbow”.

Is Iris a girls' or boys' name?

Iris is a feminine first name (a girls' name).

Iris is a fairly common first name.

Girl

“rainbow”

Origin: Greek
Syllables: 2
Popularity: 75 of 100Popular
Famous bearers: Iris Murdoch Iris Apfel Iris Mittenaere Iris Chang Iris Berben Iris Apatow Iris Marion Young Iris Adrian Iris Yassmin Barrios Aguilar Iris van Herpen

Iris is a feminine first name meaning “rainbow”, with roots in Greek. The name has 2 syllables. It is fairly common.

What does the name Iris mean?: The first name Iris means “rainbow”.
Where does the name Iris come from?: Iris has its roots in Greek.
Is Iris a girls' or boys' name?: Iris is a feminine first name (a girls' name).
How popular is Iris?: Iris is a fairly common first name.

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