Holding steady, #10,695 for boys today.
Popularity of Inri since 1994
Babies named Inri per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 12 |
| 2000s | 54 |
| 2010s | 31 |
| 2020s | 25 |
Meaning & origin
Inri is a rare given name in the United States, first appearing in Social Security records in 1994. Its highest ranking was 10,695 in 2025, with a usage frequency of about 1 in 284,679 boys that year. The name peaked in popularity in 2005, but its trajectory has remained stable since the 2000s. Inri has not been associated with any top states, suggesting it is used sparingly across the country. The etymology of Inri is unclear; it may be a modern invention or a creative variant of names like Inari. Given its recent origin and lack of historical precedent, Inri is best classified as a modern English name with no traditional cultural or linguistic roots.
Inri is a name of uncertain etymology. It first appeared in the United States in 1994, suggesting it may be a modern coinage. It could be a variant of names like Inari or Inara, or an invented name formed from fashionable sounds. There is no established historical or linguistic derivation.
Sibling names for Inri
Names that share Inri's style, for a brother or sister.
