Irene Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Irene Name at a Glance

Name	Irene
Meaning	Peace. An early Christian martyr, and later borne by several Byzantine empresses.
Origin	Greek
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Irene Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Irene means “Peace. An early Christian martyr, and later borne by several Byzantine empresses”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Irene Name Origin

Our database records Irene under Greek origin. Browse more Greek baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Irene a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Irene is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Irene

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