Iren

Q: What is the origin of Iren?

Iren is of Greek origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: How popular is the name Iren?

According to the latest SSA data, Iren is currently ranked #999999 in the United States. The popularity of this name has evolved over the past century based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Q: Is Iren a boy name?

Iren is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Peace"

A variant of Irene or Iren forms from Greek eirene meaning peace, used across several European naming traditions.

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Popularity History of Iren

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

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SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Iren did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Iren Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Iren.

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irey

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iren

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irenie

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ireny

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ireno

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Baby Name Lists That Include Iren

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Iren mean?

Iren means "Peace". A variant of Irene or Iren forms from Greek eirene meaning peace, used across several European naming traditions.

What is the origin of Iren?

Iren is of Greek origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Iren?

According to the latest SSA data, Iren is currently not ranked in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Iren a boy name?

Iren is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Iren?

Popular nicknames for Iren include irey, iren, ir, irenie, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Iren?

There are many names similar to Iren in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginGreek

Syllables2

Length4 letters

Trend→ Stable

Starts withI

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Andreas Alexzander Alexandro Andrea Alexandre

Sisters

Agnes Angeline Asia Angelia Alexus

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