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Iris vs Kennon

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

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Popularity Comparison

Iris Rank #5,812
Kennon Rank #5,766

Kennon is more popular, ranked #5766 vs #5812 for Iris.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Iris or Kennon more popular?

Kennon is more popular, ranked #5766 compared to Iris at #5812 in the United States.

What do Iris and Kennon mean?

Iris means "rainbow" (Greek origin). Kennon means "little wolf, wolf pup" (Old Irish origin).

Are Iris and Kennon boy or girl names?

Iris is primarily a boy name. Kennon is primarily a boy name.

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