This flowery first name from the top 50 for women sees its popularity skyrocket

According to the authors of the book L’Officiel des Prénoms (First Editions), the projections of the top 20 most assigned female first names in 2024 are: 1. Alba 2. Louise 3. Jade 4. Amber 5. Emma 6. Romy 7. Pink 8. Anna 9. Alice 10. Mia 11. Lena 12. Lou 13. Iris 14. Julia 15. Agatha 16. Charlie 17. Alma 18. Inaya 19. Lina 20. Chloe. Thus, first names based on nature (Jade, Agathe or even Rose) consolidate their progress. Moreover, flower names appeal to many parents. Doctissimo highlights one of them which is seeing its popularity skyrocket.

Iris, a flowery and colorful first name

In terms of trends, the French capital launches many national careers, but does not like to be influenced. Thus, Romy and Iris appeared in the French top 20 after shining in Paris. Moreover, the first names Rose, Iris and Jeanne recorded the strongest growth in attributions.

Iris means “rainbow” in Greek. In Greek mythology, Iris was the messenger of the gods. Ancient poets claimed that her foot left a multi-colored trail in the sky when she descended from Olympus. Hera, the wife of Zeus, is said to have made him her favorite emissary. According to the authors of L’Officiel des Prénoms “Iris made a timid appearance in Europe in the 19th century, driven by a renewed interest in Antiquity and classicism. In France, it remained completely confidential until 1970, with fewer than 20 allocations per year. But with its 4 letters, its retro and eco-friendly side, this first name really flourished from the 2000s onwards. Today, Iris seems to be taking root in the national and Parisian top 20. In French-speaking countries, its emergence, although later, is confirmed, but it has not yet germinated in Quebec. Despite its floral sweetness, this little name has generated few variations. It has no nickname and can be an ideal choice for globe-trotting parents.“.

In terms of statistics, Iris is the 90th most given female first name in France since the year 2000. This first name is given to nearly one in 150 girls today.

A name for daring little girls

The study of character types affirms that little girls with the name Iris are bold, independent and dynamic. They are generally quite confident and like to lead operations. It’s simple, they are real leaders! If we give them a strong character, it is because in nature, irises are among the most robust and easiest flowers to grow. Moreover, certain famous people testify to this audacity: Iris Murdoch, British writer (1919-1999); Iris von Roten-Meyer, Swiss jurist and journalist, fierce fighter for the women’s cause, to the point of being nicknamed the Swiss Simone de Beauvoir (1917-1990); Iris Apfel, American icon of fashion and interior design, born in 1921. Women who have undoubtedly made headlines!

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