Irene: Name Meaning and Origin
Pronounced: Irene · 3 syllables
Everything about the name Irene: what it means, where it comes from, how to say it, and how popular it is right now.
Meaning
«Peace»
Gender
Girl
Origin
Greek
Popularity
66 out of 100
Where Irene is popular
- ItalyISTAT#57
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About the Name Irene
Irene is a girl's name with Greek roots, traditionally understood to mean "Peace." Names like this one tend to feel meaningful yet easy to wear from childhood into adulthood.
Pronounced Irene, Irene runs to 3 syllables and has a rhythm that is easy to say in many languages. Irene is usually used in full, without a common nickname.
Today Irene is a steadily chosen option, scoring 66 out of 100 on our popularity index. In feel it reads as .
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FAQ
What does the name Irene mean?+
The name Irene means "Peace".
What is the origin of the name Irene?+
Irene is a name of Greek origin.
Is Irene a girl or boy name?+
Irene is traditionally a girl name.
How do you pronounce Irene?+
Irene is pronounced Irene (3 syllables).
Is Irene a popular name?+
Irene is a steadily chosen option, scoring 66 out of 100 in our popularity index.
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