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Irene vs Indy

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
Indy Rank #782

Irene is more popular, ranked #638 vs #782 for Indy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Irene or Indy more popular?

Irene is more popular, ranked #638 compared to Indy at #782 in the United States.

What do Irene and Indy mean?

Irene means "peace" (Ancient Greek (eirene) origin). Indy means "independent one" (American origin).

Are Irene and Indy boy or girl names?

Irene is primarily a girl name. Indy is primarily a girl name.

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