Ferris
Meaning of Ferris
Originating from both English and Irish roots, the name Ferris has a strong and distinctive sound. In English, it is pronounced as FER-is (/ˈfɛr ɪs/), while in Irish, it is pronounced as FER-ish (/ˈfɛr ɪʃ/). The name Ferris has variations such as Farris. When looking at data for newborns in the United States of America, we can see that Ferris has been consistently given to baby boys over the years, with its popularity fluctuating. In recent years, it has maintained a moderate level of usage, ranking around 2500-3000 in terms of occurrence. Despite not being among the most popular names, Ferris carries a sense of uniqueness and individuality that may appeal to parents seeking something offbeat yet charming for their little boy.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as FER-is (/ˈfɛr ɪs/)
Irish
- Pronunced as FER-ish (/ˈfɛr ɪʃ/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Ferris
| Ferris Roy Fain, a five-time All-Star and two-time American League batting champion, was a prominent American professional baseball player known for his exceptional on-base percentage. |
| Ferris Maynard Webster was a prolific American film editor known for his work on acclaimed films such as Blackboard Jungle, The Manchurian Candidate, and The Great Escape, earning multiple Academy Award nominations for Best Film Editing. |
