Iroh

“to be cheerful, to be happy”

Japan origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#3020US 2023

41Births / yr

↓Falling

114All-time births

📅 Since 201100

What does Iroh mean and where does it come from?

Iroh is a name with multiple cultural connections. In Japanese, it can be derived from characters that suggest happiness and cheerfulness. In Chinese contexts, the name conveys concepts of bravery and fierceness. Iroh gained immense popularity due to the beloved character Uncle Iroh from the animate

Cultural significance

Iroh has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Japan-speaking communities, where it reflects values of to be cheerful, to be happy.

Peak popularity

Reached #3042 in 2020 — currently #3020 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Iroh?

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

Iroh Grace

How popular is Iroh right now?

Falling — down 179 spots — currently #3020 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2023#3020 · Top 2.2%

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2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#3020	41	▼ down 179 · -9% births
2022	#2841	45	▼ down 51
2021	#2790	45	▲ up 252 · +18% births
2020	#3042	38	▲ up 8774 · +533% births
2015	#11816	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Iroh

Best Year2021Rank #2790

Peak Count45

Average Rank#4702

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20235 years

The story of Iroh

Iroh is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2011. With 114 total births recorded, Iroh remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #11816 in 2015 to #3020 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Iroh in 2020:

Liam Noah Oliver Elijah William

💎Iroh has only 114 total recorded births since 2011 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Iroh?

Common

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What names sound and feel like Iroh?

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

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

French · A French name

Kyroh

Japan · the pure one

Common questions about the name Iroh

What does the name Iroh mean?

Iroh means "to be cheerful, to be happy" — a name rooted in Japan 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 Iroh?

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

What is the cultural origin of Iroh?

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

Is Iroh trending right now?

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

Is Iroh a common or rare name?

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