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IrenaChristian Male Biblical name meaning

Peace, purity

Pronunciation: eye-REEN-uh

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Name
Irena
Meaning
Peace, purity
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Greek, Latin, Hebrew
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
eye-REEN-uh
Lucky Number
9
9
Lucky Number
Monday
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Irena mean?

Irena is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Peace". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: eye-REEN-uh. Lucky number: 9. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Greek

Greek is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

Εἰρήνη

Εἰρήνη σημαίνει ειρήνη και αρμονία

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

eye-REEN-uh

IPA

/aɪˈriːnə/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Irena is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is Peace. Category: Saint.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

9

Lucky Day

Monday

Lucky Colors

BluePink

Lucky Stone

Moonstone

Life Path Number

1

Numerology meaning: Individuals with the name Irena are thought to be innovative, pioneers, and leaders.

Personality

Personality Traits

KindFaithfulLoyalC = CourageousH = Humble

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbol of inner peace and purity

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Irena displays a calming effect, holding a deep connection with the concept of peace. It is a reassuring name, one that can evoke feelings of tranquillity and serenity. It is popular in Eastern European countries with strong Christian heritage, and is a reminder of the religious influences and value of peace in these cultures.
In Christian tradition, Irena represents the virtues of faith and hope. It signifies a relationship with God, built upon trust and belief. The name Irena is a reminder to remain calm and steadfast in the face of challenges, and to always keep faith that God is guiding us through our trials and that there is peace to be found, even in the most difficult of times. The name Irena serves as a reminder to nurture the soul with hope and faith, and to strive for inner peace and spiritual growth.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Irena, a martyr of the early Christian Church, is venerated as a saint in the Eastern Orthodox, Roman Catholic, and Anglican Churches. She is best known for her writings, which include 'Adversus Haereses' (Against Heresies), a multi-volume work that refutes various heresies of the late 2nd and early 3rd centuries.

2nd and 3rd centuries

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Irena Sedlecká (Slovak ice hockey player)Irena Karapetyan (Armenian actress)

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Irena

Irena means peaceful and serene

🇮🇱Hebrew

אירנה

שלום, שלוה, ורוגע בעברית לאירנה

🇬🇷Greek

Εἰρήνη

Εἰρήνη σημαίνει ειρήνη και αρμονία

🇮🇹Latin

Irena

Irena means peace and harmony

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