Irene

Girl's name

Irene is of Greek origin, derived from the word "eirēnē" meaning "peace."

Meaning Peace
Origin Greek
U.S. births in 2023 461
Peak year 1921

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Irene Cara - Actress, singer, "Fame" theme song
  • Irene Dunne - Actress, five-time Oscar nominee
  • Irene Joliot-Curie - Nobel Prize-winning chemist
  • Irene Khan - Human rights activist, Amnesty International
  • Irene Papas - Greek actress, "Zorba the Greek"
  • Irene Ryan - Actress, "The Beverly Hillbillies"
  • Irene Sharaff - Costume designer, multiple Oscar winner
  • Irene Sáez - Miss Universe 1981, politician in Venezuela
  • Irene van Dyk - Netball player, New Zealand sports star
  • Irene Worth - Tony Award-winning actress, "Lost in Yonkers"

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