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Irene
Peace
Origin
Greek
Used in
itenesdeel
Origin and meaning of Irene
Irene comes from the Greek Eirḗnē, 'peace' — the name of the Greek goddess who personified peace, one of the Horae. A serene, auspicious name, it was borne by Byzantine empresses and several saints. It is very common in Greece, Italy and Spain, and known across the English- and German-speaking world as Irena, Irina and Irène. Its elegant simplicity and universal meaning make it timeless.
Variants around the world
How Irene is said in other languages.
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Famous people
- Irène Joliot-Curie— scientist
- Sant'Irene— saint
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