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Iris vs Leven

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leven

Boy #5,885 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"elm (river or settlement by elm trees)"

Origin: Brittonic/Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,885
Total SSA Count
16
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Iris Rank #5,812
Leven Rank #5,885

Iris is more popular, ranked #5812 vs #5885 for Leven.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Iris or Leven more popular?

Iris is more popular, ranked #5812 compared to Leven at #5885 in the United States.

What do Iris and Leven mean?

Iris means "rainbow" (Greek origin). Leven means "elm (river or settlement by elm trees)" (Brittonic/Gaelic origin).

Are Iris and Leven boy or girl names?

Iris is primarily a boy name. Leven is primarily a boy name.

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