Irene

The meaning of Irene is ‘peace’. It is a name typically given to girls and is of Greek origin. It comes from the word ‘eirene’ meaning ‘peace’ or ‘tranquility’ which derives from the Greek word ‘eirenaios'. Irene was the personification of peace and the daughter of Poseidon, the god of sea and Melantheia, who was the daughter of a river god. She was a member of the Horae, the goddesses of the seasons. She represented spring as her birth name Eirene, comes from the words 'eiar' or 'eiarinos' which translate to 'spring'. In paintings, she normally carries a cornucopia, a torch and a scepter. Eirene is also the name of an irregular satellite belonging to the planet of Jupiter that is named after the goddess. Irene is the stage name of a popular Korean pop idol from the girl-band ‘Red Velvet’. Irene of Athens was a Roman empress popularly known as the wife of Leo IV the Khazar. Shortly after she ruthlessly blinded her son and removed him as the immediate heir, she became the absolute ruler.

Gender

Girl

Meaning

peace

Origin

Greek

Numerology

I is for ideals, no higher!

R is for refreshing, the sparkling you.

E is for endear, all those you touch.

N is for noble, your regal bearing.

E is for exotic, no lack of spirit here!

Lucky

Irene lucky number is 6.

Number 6 is recognized for its nurturing, supportive, and empathic nature. A true healer, 6 has the ability to problem solve in both the emotional and physical realms, helping others through its straightforward, yet gentle, approach. 6 has a strong sense of responsibility and cares deeply for its friends, family, and lovers.

Famous People Named Irene

• Irene Castle American ballroom dancer
• Irene Joliot Curie, French scientist, daughter of Marie Curie
• Irene Urdangaria­n y Bourbon daughter of Infanta Cristina of Spain
• Irene (Lentz) American costume designer
• Irene Vanbrugh English actress

Irene in Pop Culture

• Baron Sunday character from "The New Adventures of Superman"
• Meaning "the Sun's day"
• "...six ways to Sunday " phrase meaning "in every way possible"
• "It's been a month of Sundays"
• Irene Adler character in Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes series