Irene: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A peace name echoing serenity and calm.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 3
- Current rank
- #624
- Peak
- #16 in 1918
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Irene Means
Irene is a girl name of English origin. A peace name echoing serenity and calm.
How Popular Irene Is
Irene currently ranks #624 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #16 in 1918. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Irene
- Irene reached the top 50 in the U.S., hitting #16 in 1918.
- Irene has been a top 100 name across 167+ years of American history.
- Irene is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- It has a vintage charm that's making a stylish comeback.
Names Like Irene
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Irene
English names that pair well as a brother or sister to Irene.
Questions About Irene
What does Irene mean?
Irene is a girl name of English origin. A peace name echoing serenity and calm.
How popular is Irene?
Irene currently ranks #624 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #16 in 1918. It has held steady.
Where does Irene come from?
Irene comes from English roots. Irene reached the top 50 in the U.S., hitting #16 in 1918.
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