Ireen Name Meaning & Origin
/ee-REEN/Ireen is most likely a name of Irish origin.
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Name Origin
Ireen is a variant of Irene, which originates from the Greek name Eirene, meaning 'peace'. It became popular in various European countries, especially in Ireland and among English speakers, during the 19th and 20th centuries.
Name Ethnicity & Nationality
These estimates show the cultural and national origins most closely associated with this name. They describe the name, not an individual's identity.
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Irish (Celtic Irish) 85% -
Scottish (Scottish Gaelic) 10% -
Welsh (Welsh) 5%
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Name Details
- First Name: Ireen
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Unisex
Famous People Named Ireen
Ireen Wüst is a renowned Dutch speed skater and multiple Olympic gold medalist. Irene Papas was a famous Greek actress known for her roles in classic films. Ireen Velásquez is a notable Colombian artist.
Popularity Trend
In 1924, 6 girls in the US were named Ireen.
Growth of the name Ireen in the US (SSA Data):
Ireen Numerology
Numerology is provided for entertainment only and is not scientific.
Soul Urge Number: 6
People with this name tend to be: Nurturing, responsible and family-oriented.
Sources & Methodology
US popularity data comes from the Social Security Administration. Origin and ethnicity estimates are generated from name patterns and cultural distributions using AI-assisted analysis.
These results are estimates, not definitive genealogical findings. Learn more about our methodology.