Tris

Tris is a name mostly given to girls. The name has a Latin origin, but it is quite frequently used in America since the 20th century. The meaning of Tris is 'one who brings joy and happiness'. The name Tris also means 'noble' or 'blessed'. The name could be an urban variation of the Celtic name 'Tristan', a character from English folklore. According to the story, Tristan, the nephew of King Mark of Cornwall of Medieval Britain, fell in love with Princess Iseult of Ireland but had to keep their relationship a secret because of the ongoing war between the two families. The name Tris frequently appears in popular culture. Beatrice 'Tris' Prior is the female protagonist of the famous novel 'Divergent', and is a fierce and strong-willed teenager taking on life's many challenges. Many celebrities share this name. Tris Speaker was a famed basketball player, and Tris McCall and Tris Imboden are globally popular rock musicians. 

Gender

Girl

Meaning

she who brings happiness; blessed

Origin

Diminutive of Beatrice, Latin

Numerology

T is for tried, tried and true you.

R is for relish, you seek a challenge.

I is for ideas, that you bring to life.

S is for serious, not always joking.

Lucky

Tris lucky number is 3.

The number 3 has always held powerful symbolism. Think about good things coming in 3s, the birth-life-death cycle, the mind-body-soul connection, the 3 acts of a typical story. Wherever the number 3 shows up in your life, it's generally an omen of creativity, communication, optimism, and curiosity!

Tris in Pop Culture

• Beatrice "Tris" Prior Main character in Divergent Trilogy
• Trisana "Tris" Chandler one of four main characters in Tamora Pierce's Circle of Magic quartet, as well as The Circle Opens and The Circle Reforged