Irene

Pronunciation: [ eyer-EEN ]

Boy Name #31,549 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Irene is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced eyer-EEN.

Parents who love the name Irene often also consider Irene, Irma, Ira .

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #31,549
Total SSA Count: 5

Nicknames

Ire Iry Ireie

Also a Girl Name

Irene is also used as a girl name, ranked #638.

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Similar Names

Irene Irma Ira Iris Irena Ira Irvin Irving

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Frequently Asked Questions About Irene

Is Irene a boy or girl name?

Irene is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #31549. As a girl name, it is ranked #638. Irene is more commonly used as a girl name.

How do you pronounce Irene?

Irene is pronounced eyer-EEN.

How popular is the name Irene?

Irene is currently ranked #31549 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Irene?

Common nicknames for Irene include Ire, Iry, and Ireie.

Is Irene a common or rare name?

Irene is an uncommon name, ranked #31549 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Irene

Irene is a boy name .

Is Irene a boy or girl name? Irene is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #31,549 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #638. Irene is more commonly used as a girl name.

Irene is currently ranked #31,549 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Irene include Ire, Iry, and Ireie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.