Ferris: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: f-ehrr-ees
Origin: Ireland
gender-male

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Region Origin: Northwestern Europe
Meaning: Of iron

Ferris is a sleek, masculine name of Irish and English origin, meaning “of iron.” It conveys strength, resilience, and steadfastness, like the metal itself. Ferris is also linked to the popular cultural figure Ferris Bueller, the charming, free-spirited character from Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, giving the name a playful, charismatic edge.

Ferris Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Ferris is currently #6713 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Ferris is currently #2898 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Ferris is currently #1447 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Ferris is currently #3370 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Ferris is currently #1480 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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Source: Social Security Administration

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