How Many People Are Named Inis?

Complete statistics for the name Inis: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Inis
Very Rare
Irish

Inis, a rare Irish name, stands out with only 107 people bearing it in the U.S., making up just 1 in 3,079,048 Americans. The majority of Inis people are over 60, reflecting its status as a classic, old-school name.

~107
Living in US
1 in 3,079,048
Americans
1920
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Island
🌐
Origin
Irish
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 6
Personality Traits
Serene Mystical Nostalgic
6
Life Path Number

Traditionally, the number 6 symbolizes harmony and balance, suggesting Inis people thrive in nurturing environments.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

2,450
Worldwide Bearers
#149,478
Global Rank
🇮🇩 Indonesia
579
🇺🇸 United States
485
🇧🇷 Brazil
453
🇩🇪 Germany
223
🇦🇱 Albania
120
🇮🇳 India
112
🇵🇭 Philippines
83
🇨🇴 Colombia
65
🇸🇪 Sweden
48
🇷🇺 Russia
38

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
107 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 100
0
Would be under 30 (0%)
0
Would be 30–60 (0%)
691
Would be over 60 (100%)

All 691 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1920

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
84
Classic Feel
82
Modern Appeal
18
International
90

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Inis Through the Generations

Inis, a name steeped in history, saw its peak popularity in 1920 with 32 births. Today, the name is exceedingly rare, with only 107 individuals estimated to be alive in the United States. Interestingly, all 691 recorded births occurred among those now over 60, highlighting how Inis remains a name associated with older generations. Its stable trend suggests it's cherished for its timeless appeal.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Kentucky 59
Missouri 11
Arkansas 5
Oklahoma 5
Tennessee 5
Virginia 5

✨ Similar Names to Inis

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Inis's Irish roots

📄 About the Name Inis

How Many People Have the Name Inis?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 107 people in the United States currently share the name Inis. That works out to roughly 1 in every 3,079,048 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Inis a Common or Rare Name?

Inis is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Inis Mean?

Inis means "Island" and comes from Irish origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 6.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Inis in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Inis Most Popular?

The name Inis reached peak popularity in 1920, with 32 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Inis?

Approximately 107 people named Inis live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 691. That works out to roughly 1 in 3,079,048 Americans.

Is Inis a rare name?

Inis is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 3,079,048 Americans has this name.

What does the name Inis mean?

Inis means "Island" and comes from Irish origins.

Is Inis more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Inis are male and 100% are female.

When was Inis most popular?

Inis peaked in 1920 with 32 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US107
All-Time Births691
1 in X1 in 3,079,048
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age100
Peak Year1920
World Rank#149,478
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.