Irene Name Meaning

The name Irene is of Greek origin and means "peace." Irene was the ancient Greek goddess of peace, the equivalent of the Roman Pax, which adds a lovely, timeless depth to the name.

This name became popular after the classical era, and it was borne by several saints. The name also gained increased popularity in the Christian world during the Byzantine Empire by Empress Irene of Athens. Irene has been consistently on and off the U.S.'s top 1000 list.