Irenea

peace — from Irene
Greek origin · Girl name
3% boys97% girls
#1531US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.1%Percentile

What does Irenea mean and where does it come from?

Irenea is a variant of the name Irene, derived from the Greek word 'eirene', meaning peace.

Cultural significance
The name is used in various cultures, often associated with peace and tranquility, and is celebrated in Christian contexts.
Peak popularity
Reached #1531 in 2015 — currently #1531 in the US.
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How else can you spell Irenea?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

What middle names flow best with Irenea?

Irenea works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Irenea Leah
One syllable · timeless choice
Irenea Quinn
One syllable · timeless choice
Irenea Blair
One syllable · on the rise
Irenea Ruth
One syllable · timeless choice
Irenea Wren
One syllable · vintage charm
Irenea Faith
One syllable · vintage charm
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How popular is Irenea right now?

Holding steady — currently #1531 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1531 · Top 1.1%
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YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#153110stable
2022#153110stable
2021#153110stable
2020#153110stable
2019#153110
💎Irenea is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.

What are good nicknames for Irenea?

Common
IreIrIrieIryEnea

Common questions about the name Irenea

What does the name Irenea mean?
Irenea means "peace — from Irene" — a name rooted in Greek tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Irenea?
Irenea is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Irenea?
Irenea originates from Greek tradition. Greek names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
What sibling names go well with Irenea?
Irenea pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Irish heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Irenea more of a girl or boy name?
Irenea is primarily used as a girl name, giving it a clear, timeless character while remaining accessible to modern families.