Garland vs Iris

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Iris

Boy #5,812 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rainbow"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Dutch American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,812
Total SSA Count
16
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Garland Rank #5,816
Iris Rank #5,812

Iris is more popular, ranked #5812 vs #5816 for Garland.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Garland or Iris more popular?

Iris is more popular, ranked #5812 compared to Garland at #5816 in the United States.

What do Garland and Iris mean?

Garland means "wreath of flowers, festive crown" (Old French origin). Iris means "rainbow" (Greek origin).

Are Garland and Iris boy or girl names?

Garland is primarily a boy name. Iris is primarily a boy name.

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