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Iris vs Irissa

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Iris

Girl #71 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rainbow"

Origin: Ancient Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek English Dutch American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#71
Total SSA Count
3,124
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Iris Rank #71
Irissa Rank #20,301

Iris is more popular, ranked #71 vs #20301 for Irissa.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Iris or Irissa more popular?

Iris is more popular, ranked #71 compared to Irissa at #20301 in the United States.

What do Iris and Irissa mean?

Iris means "rainbow" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Iris and Irissa boy or girl names?

Iris is primarily a girl name. Irissa is primarily a girl name.

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