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Irene vs Emerald

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Irene

Girl #638 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"peace"

Origin: Ancient Greek (eirene)

Cultural Roots

Greek English Spanish Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#638
Total SSA Count
461
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Irene Rank #638
Emerald Rank #707

Irene is more popular, ranked #638 vs #707 for Emerald.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Irene or Emerald more popular?

Irene is more popular, ranked #638 compared to Emerald at #707 in the United States.

What do Irene and Emerald mean?

Irene means "peace" (Ancient Greek (eirene) origin). Emerald means "bright green gemstone" (Old French via Latin origin).

Are Irene and Emerald boy or girl names?

Irene is primarily a girl name. Emerald is primarily a girl name.

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