Irene vs Theodore

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
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #638 for Irene.

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

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Irene

Theodore Agnes Walter Cora Ernest

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Irene or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Irene at #638 in the United States.

What do Irene and Theodore mean?

Irene means "peace" (Ancient Greek (eirene) origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Irene and Theodore boy or girl names?

Irene is primarily a girl name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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