Iris
boy name#6803 in 2025Iris entered the US charts in 1907, peaked at #1345 in 1907, ranks #6803 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1907–2025
#6803
rank today
#1345
peak (1907)
12
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1345 |
| 1910s | #2600 |
| 1920s | #2738 |
| 1930s | #2353 |
| 1940s | #2925 |
| 1950s | #2757 |
| 1960s | #3449 |
| 1970s | #4623 |
| 1980s | #5325 |
| 1990s | #7303 |
| 2000s | #10491 |
| 2010s | #10823 |
| 2020s | #5672 |
Living bearers
About 400 people named Iris are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Iris alive today was born around 1951, making them about 74 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 #6803 among US boy names in 2025, with 12 babies given the name.
- When was the name Iris most popular?
- Iris peaked in 1907, reaching #1345 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Iris with classmates?
- Iris will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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