Irene

Q: What is the origin of Irene?

Irene 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 Irene?

According to the latest SSA data, Irene 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 Irene a boy name?

Irene 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.

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Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Peace"

From Greek Eirēnē meaning peace, used as a virtue name and associated with early Christian and Byzantine historical figures.

Themes:peacegreekvirtuebyzantine

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Popularity History of Irene

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

UnrankedNot ranked in 2024

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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

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not ranked after 2023

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

Irene Nicknames

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

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irey

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Baby Name Lists That Include Irene

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Irene mean?

Irene means "Peace". From Greek Eirēnē meaning peace, used as a virtue name and associated with early Christian and Byzantine historical figu

What is the origin of Irene?

Irene 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 Irene?

According to the latest SSA data, Irene 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 Irene a boy name?

Irene 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 Irene?

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

What names are similar to Irene?

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

Quick Facts

OriginGreek

Syllables2

Length5 letters

Trend↓ Falling

Starts withI

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Andreas Alexzander Alexandro Andrea Alexandre

Sisters

Agnes Angeline Asia Angelia Alexus

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