"strife, discord"
Origin: Greek
Language: Greek
Eris
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Meaning & Origin
"chaos, conflict"
Origin: Proto-Greek
Language: Ancient Greek
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Things to Know About This Name
- Associated with the Greek goddess of discord and strife — may carry divisive connotations
- Primarily used as a female name in contemporary culture
The Story of Eris
Eris comes from ancient Greek, where it meant strife or discord. In Greek mythology, Eris was the goddess of discord, notorious for throwing a golden apple inscribed with the words 'for the fairest' at the wedding of Peleus and Thetis — an act that ultimately sparked the Trojan War. In modern astronomy, Eris is the name of a dwarf planet in our solar system, discovered in 2005.
Eris has gained traction as a boy's name in recent years due to the trend of using mythological names and short, punchy names ending in -s. Its primary use historically has been for girls, but parents seeking distinctive mythological names for boys have gravitated toward it.
In Greek culture, Eris represented a fundamental force of nature — chaos and conflict that led to change. Hesiod noted there were two Erises: one destructive, one a healthy spirit of competition and ambition.
Historical Record
Eris first appeared in US Social Security records in 1957.
Over 467 babies have been named Eris in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Eris is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #5,719 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The dwarf planet Eris, discovered in 2005, is slightly smaller than Pluto and is named after the goddess
- Eris triggering the Trojan War by throwing a golden apple is one of the most consequential acts in all of Greek mythology
- The word eristic meaning argumentative debate comes from Eris
Eris in Other Languages
Latin
Eris
Arabic
إيريس
Russian
Эрис
Spanish
Eris
Japanese
エリス
Popularity Over Time
#5,719
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Eris
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Eris (dwarf planet)
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A dwarf planet in the solar system, slightly smaller than Pluto, discovered in 2005
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Eris Fictional
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Greek goddess of discord and strife who precipitated the Trojan War by throwing the golden apple
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #5,719
- Total SSA Count
- 16
- Cultural Origins
- Greek Modern Western
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Frequently Asked Questions About Eris
What does the name Eris mean?
"strife, discord" (from Greek). "chaos, conflict" (from Proto-Greek). Eris comes from ancient Greek, where it meant strife or discord. In Greek mythology, Eris was the goddess of discord, notorious for throwing a golden apple inscribed with the words 'for the fairest' at the wedding of Peleus and Thetis — an act that ultimately sparked the Trojan War. In modern astronomy, Eris is the name of a dwarf planet in our solar system, discovered in 2005.
What is the origin of the name Eris?
Eris has Greek, Proto-Greek, and Modern Western origins. In Greek, it means "strife, discord". In Proto-Greek, it means "chaos, conflict".
Is Eris a boy or girl name?
Eris is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #5719. As a girl name, it is ranked #1653. Eris is more commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Eris?
Eris is currently ranked #5719 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Eris?
Popular middle name pairings include Eris James, Eris Thomas, Eris Alexander, Eris Michael, Eris Cole, Eris Bennett, and Eris Reid.
What are good sibling names for Eris?
Names that pair well with Eris as siblings include Orion, Atlas, Caspian, Zephyr, Iris, Selene, and Lyra.
How many syllables does Eris have?
Eris has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Eris a common or rare name?
Eris is an uncommon name, ranked #5719 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Eris?
About the Name Eris
Eris is a boy name with Greek and Modern Western origins . The name means "strife, discord" in Greek .
Is Eris a boy or girl name? Eris is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #5,719 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #1,653. Eris is more commonly used as a girl name.
Eris is currently ranked #5,719 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Eris has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Alternative spellings of Eris include Eric, Erick, Erik, Erickson, Erin . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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