Irena

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Irena Pronunciation

Irena is pronounced ee-REH-nah /iˈrɛ.nɑ/Medium

Meaning: Slavic form of Irene — Greek eirene, 'peace'High

In 30 seconds: Peace, in soft Slavic: Irena is the Polish and Czech Irene — 'peace' — borne by heroine Irena Sendler. Serene, classic, and brave.

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Origin HighGreek, Slavic

MeaningSlavic form of Irene — Greek eirene, 'peace'

U.S. rank (2024)#4226 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births34 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 2,162

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Irena is the Slavic form of Irene — from Greek eirene, 'peace' (a goddess of peace). Borne by the heroic Irena Sendler, it's a serene, classic name across Poland and the Slavic world.

In the U.S. it appears in Slavic families. Rare, peace at the root, and serene.

Did you know? Irena Sendler saved thousands of children during WWII — a name from Greek eirene, 'peace'; Irena is its beloved Slavic form.

Overall data confidence 85%

Behind the Name — Irena — etymology

Variations

IreneIrynaIrina

Nicknames

IraRena

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If you like Irena…

Irene— the Greek/English form

Irina— the Russian form

Serena— a companion 'calm' name

Ivana— a fellow Slavic choice

Iana— shares Irena's Slavic roots

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Irena?

Irena is pronounced ee-REH-nah (/iˈrɛ.nɑ/). Press play above to hear Irena said aloud.

How do you say Irena?

Irena is said ee-REH-nah (/iˈrɛ.nɑ/). Press play above to hear Irena said aloud.

What does the name Irena mean?

Irena is the Slavic Irene, Greek for 'peace'.

Is Irena a boy or girl name?

Irena is a girl's name.

How popular is Irena?

Irena is a rare name in the U.S.