Eris

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Pronounced EER-is /ˈɪər.ɪs/Medium

Meaning: from the Greek word 'eris' meaning 'strife' or 'discord'; Eris was the Greek goddess of strife and discordMedium

In 30 seconds: Eris comes from the Greek word eris, meaning 'strife' or 'discord'. In myth, Eris was the Greek goddess of strife and discord.

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Origin MediumGreek, Greek Mythology

Meaningfrom the Greek word 'eris' meaning 'strife' or 'discord'; Eris was the Greek goddess of strife and discord

U.S. rank (2024)#1650 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births124 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1923

Total births (all-time)≈ 2,675

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

The name is taken straight from the Greek noun eris, 'strife' or 'discord'. In Greek mythology Eris is the goddess who personifies that quality, famous for the conflict she stirs among gods and mortals. As a given name it carries that mythological weight rather than a softened, decorative meaning.

Eris is short and sharp, a single stressed syllable followed by a hiss, which gives it an edge that matches its origin. A Turkish-style spelling, Eriş, also exists.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Eris is 'strife, discord', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.

Overall data confidence 78%

Behind the Name - Eris — etymology, usage, pronunciation, and related formsU.S. Social Security Administration — 2024 popularity rank and count supplied in the batch input CSV

Variations

Eriş

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Eris mean?

Eris is usually explained as meaning 'strife, discord' and is most often linked with Greek Mythology tradition.

How do you pronounce Eris?

It's commonly said EER-is /ˈɪər.ɪs/.

Is Eris a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Eris is used as a girl name.

How popular is Eris?

In 2024, Eris ranked #1650 in the U.S. for girls, with 124 births recorded.