Floris is a male given name of Dutch origin, derived from the Germanic elements "Hlöd-", meaning famous, and "-rīc", meaning power. It translates to mean 'famous ruler' or 'renowned'. In Dutch, it is pronounced /ˈflɔːrɪs/. The name Floris was popular among the nobility in medieval times, with notable figures such as Floris V, Count of Holland (1254-1296). It has since been used more widely and can be found in various countries including the Netherlands, Belgium, and beyond.
The name Floris saw a notable increase in usage between 1917 and 1929, with a total of 22 babies named Floris born during this period. The highest number of births occurred in the years 1925, 1926, and 1929, each having 5 births. Interestingly, there was only one birth recorded for the name Floris in 1917.