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Iris

Ίρις

iris blooming by the stream

Female Greek / Modern American / Contemporary American / English-American / Latin / Contemporary U.S. / Fre / Hebrew / Italian / Irish / English / United States / Greek Mediterranean / Italian Riviera coastal culture / Greek island culture / Italian Riviera 2 syllables 0 popularity 0 favorites
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Name
Iris
Origin
Greek / Modern American / Contemporary American / English-American / Latin / Contemporary U.S. / Fre / Hebrew / Italian / Irish / English / United States / Greek Mediterranean / Italian Riviera coastal culture / Greek island culture / Italian Riviera
Gender
Female
Meaning
iris blooming by the stream
Detailed Meaning
Iris conjures the image of vibrant purple blooms reflected in a clear stream. This classic Greek name suggests beauty, wisdom, and the delicate bridge between earth and sky that the flower represents.

This name balances softness with inner strength. It feels current and stylish, perfect for parents who want a name that grows with their daughter.
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Ίρις

Syllable Breakdown

1. i (prefix) 2. ris (suffix)
This breakdown helps explain how the final name is built and why it sounds the way it does.

Iris Name Meaning and Style

Iris is a female name of Greek / Modern American / Contemporary American / English-American / Latin / Contemporary U.S. / Fre / Hebrew / Italian / Irish / English / United States / Greek Mediterranean / Italian Riviera coastal culture / Greek island culture / Italian Riviera origin, meaning iris blooming by the stream.

It appears in the Acoustic, Aesthetic, American name collections and has 2 syllables. Browse the related Greek / Modern American / Contemporary American / English-American / Latin / Contemporary U.S. / Fre / Hebrew / Italian / Irish / English / United States / Greek Mediterranean / Italian Riviera coastal culture / Greek island culture / Italian Riviera names below for alternatives with a similar background.

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