Eriss

“to rise, to shine”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#13949US 2023

6Births / yr

↑Rising

11All-time births

📅 Since 201500

What does Eriss mean and where does it come from?

Eriss is a rare name that has gained popularity as a modern spelling variant of 'Eris', which has Greek origins. In Greek mythology, Eris is the goddess of discord and strife. It is distinctly more unique and has been more commonly adopted in the 21st century in English-speaking countries. Its rare

Cultural significance

Eriss has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of to rise, to shine.

Peak popularity

Reached #16299 in 2015 — currently #13949 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Eriss?

Eriss works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Eriss Grace

How popular is Eriss right now?

Rising fast — up 2090 spots — currently #13949 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2023#13949 · Top 10%

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#13949	6	▲ up 2090 · +20% births
2022	#16039	5	▼ down 2029 · -17% births
2021	#14010	6	▲ up 2860 · +20% births
2020	#16870	5	▼ down 571 · -17% births
2015	#16299	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Eriss

Best Year2023Rank #13949

Peak Count6

Average Rank#15433

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20235 years

The story of Eriss

Eriss is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2015. With 11 total births recorded, Eriss remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #16299 in 2015 to #13949 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Eriss in 2015:

Emma Olivia Sophia Ava Isabella

💎Eriss has only 11 total recorded births since 2015 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Eriss?

Common

EriErErieEry

What names sound and feel like Eriss?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Eriss also consider these

American · derived from lexicon

Eris

Greek · Strife

Empriss

American · A variation of

Erick

Germanic · Ever ruler

Iriss

English · A meaningful name

Eryss

English · English

Common questions about the name Eriss

What does the name Eriss mean?

Eriss means "to rise, to shine" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Eriss?

Eriss is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Eriss have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Eriss?

Eriss originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Eriss trending right now?

Eriss is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Eriss a common or rare name?

Eriss is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.