Calyx vs Iris

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Calyx

Boy #5,845 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"cup, chalice"

Origin: Greek

American English

✓ All Clear

Boy #5,812 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"rainbow"

Origin: Greek

English Dutch American Scandinavian

✓ All Clear

Calyx Rank #5,845

Iris Rank #5,812

Iris is more popular, ranked #5812 vs #5845 for Calyx.

Is Calyx or Iris more popular?

Iris is more popular, ranked #5812 compared to Calyx at #5845 in the United States.

What do Calyx and Iris mean?

Calyx means "cup, chalice" (Greek origin). Iris means "rainbow" (Greek origin).

Are Calyx and Iris boy or girl names?

Calyx is primarily a boy name. Iris is primarily a boy name.