Airis

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Pronounced AIR-iss /ˈɛərɪs/High

Meaning: Variant of Iris, from Greek 'iris' (ἶρις), meaning 'rainbow.' In Greek mythology, Iris was the goddess of the rainbow and divine messenger.High

In 30 seconds: Airis is a variant of Iris, the Greek name meaning 'rainbow,' evoking the colorful arc bridging sky and earth and the grace of the divine messenger goddess.

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Origin HighGreek

MeaningVariant of Iris, from Greek 'iris' (ἶρις), meaning 'rainbow.' In Greek mythology, Iris was the goddess of the rainbow and divine messenger.

U.S. rank (2025)#3459 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births44 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 328

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Iris derives from the Greek word for rainbow and was the name of the Greek goddess who personified the rainbow, serving as a swift messenger between heaven and earth. The name has been used continuously in European naming traditions since antiquity. Airis represents a modern respelling that softens the name slightly while retaining its Greek heritage.

The name Iris experienced a strong revival in the early 21st century as part of the trend for botanical and nature-inspired names, and Airis emerged as a variant that adds a distinctive air. It is used particularly in Latvian and Lithuanian naming traditions, where Airis is a recognized form.

Did you know? Iris was the personification of the rainbow in Greek mythology and served as a messenger between the Olympian gods and humanity — a role that made her one of the most universally beloved minor deities of the ancient world.

Overall data confidence 83%

Liddell & Scott Greek Lexicon – iris — Greek etymology of iris (rainbow)Latvian Names Registry — Airis as a registered Baltic name form

Variations

IrisIrysEiris

Nicknames

AiriIri

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Airis mean?

Airis is a variant of Iris, meaning 'rainbow' in Greek. It evokes both the natural phenomenon and the Greek goddess Iris, divine messenger of the Olympians.

How do you pronounce Airis?

Airis is pronounced AIR-iss, with two syllables and emphasis on the first.

Is Airis a boy or girl name?

Airis is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Airis?

Airis is uncommon in English-speaking countries but is used in Latvia and Lithuania as a recognized name form. It is a distinctive alternative to the more common Iris.