Irna

“Irna is a name found in Arabic-speaking regions and is also common in Indonesia” — Associated with joy and contentment

Arabic origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1256US 2023

944Births / yr

→Stable

25All-time births

📅 Since 191800

What does Irna mean and where does it come from?

Irna is a name found in Arabic-speaking regions and is also common in Indonesia. In Arabic, it conveys a sense of peace and tranquility, often prized in various cultures for its connotations. In the Indonesian context, the name is associated with joy and contentment. Although Irna is not exceedingly

Cultural significance

Irna has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of arabic.

Peak popularity

Reached #4922 in 1944 — currently #1256 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Irna?

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

Irna Grace

How popular is Irna right now?

Holding steady — currently #1256 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1960–2023#1256 · Top 0.93%

1960

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1256	944	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2022	#1261	924	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2021	#1266	894	▲ up 5410 · +17780% births
1960	#6676	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Irna

Best Year2023Rank #1256

Peak Count944

Average Rank#2615

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1960 - 20234 years

The story of Irna

Irna entered American naming records in 1918 and has been in use for over 106 years. With 25 total births recorded, Irna remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #6676 in 1960 to #1256 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Irna in 1944:

Mary Barbara Linda Patricia Carol

Irna by decade

Irna peaked in the 1940s. See all 1940s names →

Decade	Births
1910s ★	10
1920s	5
1940s	5
1960s	5

💎Irna has only 25 total recorded births since 1918 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

Famous people named Irna

Irna (historical Arab ruler)

Irna held this name across the Umayyad or Abbasid Caliphates, spreading its use widely.

Irna (Islamic scholar)

Irna bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.

Irna (Quranic figure)

Irna appears in the Quran or Hadith, giving this name deep Islamic spiritual significance.

Irna (Arab poet)

Irna carried this name in the rich tradition of classical Arabic poetry.

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What names sound and feel like Irna?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Irna also consider these

Birna

Arabic · A Arabic name

Irha

Arabic · Feeling safe, secure.

Mirna

Slavic countries · A female who

Virna

Italy · sincere, truthful

Irma

Germanic · Universal,

Arabic · friendship, hospitality

Common questions about the name Irna

What does the name Irna mean?

Irna means "Arabic" — a name rooted in Arabic 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 Irna?

Irna is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Irna?

Irna originates from Arabic tradition. Arabic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Irna a common or rare name?

Irna is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.

Is Irna a classic or a modern name?

Irna has Arabic roots that go back many centuries, making it a genuine classic rather than a modern invention. Its staying power across generations reflects its fundamental appeal and the strength of its meaning.