Iris
girl name#61 in 2025Iris entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #61 in 2025, ranks #61 today — a fast riser climbing the charts.
Popularity 1880–2025
#61
rank today
#61
peak (2025)
3,729
babies in 2025
rising
a fast riser climbing the charts
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #649 |
| 1890s | #477 |
| 1900s | #360 |
| 1910s | #270 |
| 1920s | #221 |
| 1930s | #214 |
| 1940s | #249 |
| 1950s | #287 |
| 1960s | #397 |
| 1970s | #434 |
| 1980s | #457 |
| 1990s | #461 |
| 2000s | #366 |
| 2010s | #221 |
| 2020s | #88 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Iris has been most popular in California, Texas, New York.
Around the world
- England & Wales: #61 girl name in 2024, given to 707 babies.
Official national statistics (Office for National Statistics).
Living bearers
About 76,000 people named Iris are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Iris alive today was born around 1987, making them about 38 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Iris in 2025?
- Iris ranks #61 among US girl names in 2025, with 3,729 babies given the name.
- When was the name Iris most popular?
- Iris peaked in 2025, reaching #61 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Iris with classmates?
- Iris will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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