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Moon vs Iris

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Moon

Boy #5,817 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"the moon; lunar"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

English Korean Native American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,817
Total SSA Count
16
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Moon Rank #5,817
Iris Rank #5,812

Iris is more popular, ranked #5812 vs #5817 for Moon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Moon or Iris more popular?

Iris is more popular, ranked #5812 compared to Moon at #5817 in the United States.

What do Moon and Iris mean?

Moon means "the moon; lunar" (English origin). Iris means "rainbow" (Greek origin).

Are Moon and Iris boy or girl names?

Moon is primarily a boy name. Iris is primarily a boy name.

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