Inis
- Pronunciation
- [I-nis]
- Gender
- Female
- Meaning
- From Ennis
- Origin
- Irish
Inis Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 691 baby girls have been named Inis. The name peaked in 1920 with 32 US births that year (rank #1423).
Top States for Inis
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Inis births are: Kentucky (59), Missouri (11), Arkansas (5).
Other Irish-Origin Names Like Inis
If you like Inis's Irish origin, consider these related names: Abban, Abiageal, Abracham, Adare, Addergoole. Browse all Irish names →
4-Letter Names Starting with I
Names with Inis's exact length and starting letter: Iago, Iain, Idal, Idas, Iden.
Quick Facts About Inis
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Compare Inis to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Inis against today's most popular girls-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).
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