Irene vs Ivey

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
Nicknames
Renie, Rina

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Irene Rank #638
Ivey Rank #788

Irene is more popular, ranked #638 vs #788 for Ivey.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Irene ___

  • Irene Grace
  • Irene Mae
  • Irene Louise
  • Irene Claire
  • Irene Beth
  • Irene Rose

Ivey ___

  • Ivey Rose
  • Ivey Mae
  • Ivey June
  • Ivey Claire
  • Ivey Grace
  • Ivey Belle

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Irene

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If you choose Ivey

Violet Willow Hazel Finn Silas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Irene or Ivey more popular?

Irene is more popular, ranked #638 compared to Ivey at #788 in the United States.

What do Irene and Ivey mean?

Irene means "peace" (Ancient Greek (eirene) origin). Ivey means "ivy plant, climbing vine" (Old English origin).

Are Irene and Ivey boy or girl names?

Irene is primarily a girl name. Ivey is primarily a girl name.

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