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Ashby vs Iris

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ashby

Boy #5,889 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ash tree farm, settlement by ash trees"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

English American Anglo-Saxon

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,889
Total SSA Count
16
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ashby Rank #5,889
Iris Rank #5,812

Iris is more popular, ranked #5812 vs #5889 for Ashby.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ashby or Iris more popular?

Iris is more popular, ranked #5812 compared to Ashby at #5889 in the United States.

What do Ashby and Iris mean?

Ashby means "ash tree farm, settlement by ash trees" (Old Norse origin). Iris means "rainbow" (Greek origin).

Are Ashby and Iris boy or girl names?

Ashby is primarily a boy name. Iris is primarily a boy name.

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