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Orris

Pronunciation: [ AWR-ihs ]

Boy Name #29,975 Most Popular Hidden Gem 5 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Orris is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced AWR-ihs.

Parents who love the name Orris often also consider Ora, Orpha, Orilla .

Popularity Over Time

#29,975
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#29,975
Total SSA Count
5

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Nicknames

Orr Ory Orrie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Orris

Is Orris a boy or girl name?
Orris is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #29975. As a girl name, it is ranked #69299. Orris is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Orris?
Orris is pronounced AWR-ihs.
How popular is the name Orris?
Orris is currently ranked #29975 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Orris?
Common nicknames for Orris include Orr, Ory, and Orrie.
Is Orris a common or rare name?
Orris is an uncommon name, ranked #29975 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Orris

Orris is a boy name .

Is Orris a boy or girl name? Orris is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #29,975 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #69,299. Orris is more commonly used as a boy name.

Orris is currently ranked #29,975 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Orris include Orr, Ory, and Orrie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Orris include Orrin . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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