Orris Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Orris has its origins in Latin, where it means 'fragrant root'. It evolved from Latin through Old French into its modern form. While it does not have biblical relevance, it became notable in the 19th century, especially among nature enthusiasts. Today, it has a unique charm and is associated with botanical themes.
The name Orris is most popular in North Dakota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Orris has been stalled for male in MidWest. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest. Across generations, 'Orris' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1240th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1846th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3648th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10102nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 23106th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5122nd out of 9107 names. Discover how the name 'Orris' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Orris"
Pronunciation
/ˈɔːrɪs/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Orris is derived from the Latin word 'orris', which refers to the root of the iris plant, known for its fragrant rhizomes.
Meaning
fragrant root
Language Evolution
Orris (Modern English), Orris (Latin), Oris (Old French)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in botanical contexts and among those with an affinity for nature.
Variants & Derivatives
Oris, Ory, Orr
Modern Popularity & Image
Orris is not widely used today but is often associated with botanical themes and a vintage appeal.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Orris"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Orris"
"Orris" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1240th of 7545 | 533 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1846th of 6773 | 281 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3648th of 7552 | 91 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10102nd of 10718 | 6 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 23106th of 23106 | 5 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 5122nd of 9107 | 49 |
Regional Popularity of "Orris" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
53.32% 755th/1416 |
- | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
73.67% 1139th/1546 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Orris" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Orris"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Orris" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.