Eris
Eris is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Strife or discord.
Origin and history
Eris is a name of Ancient Greek origin, derived from the personification of strife and discord in Greek mythology. While traditionally associated with the goddess who sparked the Trojan War, it has seen increasing modern usage in the United States as an edgy, mythological choice. U.S. birth statistics show a notable rise in popularity in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
2,805 babies in the United States have been named Eris since 1880. It ranks #3344 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1375.
States where it is most popular
- TX (27 %)
- CA (21.3 %)
- OH (7.2 %)
- FL (6.1 %)
- NC (5.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 29 |
| 1920-1930 | 524 |
| 1930-1940 | 80 |
| 1940-1950 | 59 |
| 1950-1960 | 38 |
| 1960-1970 | 23 |
| 1970-1980 | 20 |
| 1980-1990 | 48 |
| 1990-2000 | 100 |
| 2000-2010 | 390 |
| 2010-2019 | 746 |
| 2020-2029 | 748 |
Fun facts
- The dwarf planet Eris, discovered in 2005, was named after the Greek goddess because its discovery sparked widespread debate about the definition of a planet.
- In Greek mythology, Eris famously cast the Apple of Discord, which ultimately led to the events of the Trojan War.