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At a Glance: Name: Bliss – Meaning: perfect joy or happiness – Origin: Old English (bliss/blīþs, 'joy') – Gender: Neutral – Pronunciation: BLIS
Bliss is a neutral name rooted in Old English blīþs, meaning 'joy' — its meaning today, perfect joy or happiness, stays close to that root. It's pronounced BLIS. If you're drawn to modern, minimalist names, Bliss fits that style.
Meaning & Origin of Bliss
Meaning: Perfect joy or happiness.
Origin: Old English (bliss/blīþs, 'joy').
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Bliss
Phonetic: BLIS IPA: /ˈblɪs/
Popularity of Bliss
Bliss has been on the SSA's list since 1887, when it ranked #946 with 5 babies given the name; by 2024 it ranked #2192 with 86 babies.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1887–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Bliss mean?
Perfect joy or happiness. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Bliss)
How do you pronounce Bliss?
Bliss is pronounced BLIS (IPA: /ˈblɪs/).
Is Bliss a popular name right now?
Bliss peaked at #946 in 1887 and is ranked #2192 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1887–2024.)
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