Derived from Eris, meaning strife or discord
Eryss is a modern creative spelling of Eris, the name of the Greek goddess of strife and discord. While the mythological origin is chaotic, the name has been adopted by modern parents for its sharp, ethereal sound and similarity to names like Iris or Eryx. It remains extremely rare in the United States.
About 8 girls were named Eryss in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The Greek goddess of strife and discord · Greek Mythology
