The baby name Iiris is a Female name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈiːris/ (EE-ris).
Iiris is Greek in Origin.
The baby name Iiris is a Female name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈiːris/ (EE-ris).
Iiris is Greek in Origin.
Iiris is the Finnish and Estonian form of Iris, ultimately from the Greek name Ἶρις meaning “rainbow.” In mythology, Iris was the swift messenger of the gods and personification of the rainbow, linking heaven and earth; the flower genus was named in her honor. In Finnish usage, iiris also denotes the iris of the eye and, in botanical contexts, the iris flower, adding layered natural and visual imagery. The name carries associations of color, communication, and hope.
As a given name, Iiris gained traction in Finland and Estonia in the 20th century alongside nature and classical revivals, with periodic boosts from contemporary vintage-name trends. It remains familiar yet distinctive, benefiting from easy cross-border recognition. Related forms include Iris (English, German, Swedish, Spanish), Íris (Icelandic), Irida (Greek/Slavic), and Iride (Italian). Meaning “rainbow,” Iiris bridges mythic heritage and modern simplicity while preserving a distinctly Nordic-Baltic spelling.
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EE | 0 | #37 | 1 | 1,051 | |
| Finland | Girls | 2026 | #127 | 4,624 | 3,895 |
| EE | Girls | 0 | #138 | 5 | 1,888 |
| Finland | Girls | 0 | #149 | 537 | 1,368 |
| Sweden | Girls | 2015 | #175 | 3 | 1,605 |
| Finland | 0 | #202 | 116 | 830 | |
| PH | Girls | 0 | #428 | 2 | 13,098 |
| PA | Girls | 0 | #518 | 1 | 9,861 |
| HK | Girls | 0 | #650 | 1 | 16,104 |
| BR | Boys | 0 | #785 | 1 | 12,213 |
| CL | Girls | 0 | #915 | 1 | 14,098 |
| MY | Girls | 0 | #1,072 | 1 | 24,821 |
| CO | Girls | 0 | #1,152 | 1 | 16,140 |
| MX | Girls | 0 | #1,263 | 5 | 17,781 |
Iiris is popular in 11 countries — most recent births per country:
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