Iris vs Theodore

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

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Popularity Comparison

Iris Rank #71
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #71 for Iris.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Iris ___

  • Iris Mae
  • Iris Louise
  • Iris Violet
  • Iris June
  • Iris Claire
  • Iris Elaine

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Iris

Ivy Flora Violet Arthur Felix

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Iris or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Iris at #71 in the United States.

What do Iris and Theodore mean?

Iris means "rainbow" (Ancient Greek origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Iris and Theodore boy or girl names?

Iris is primarily a girl name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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