Yrene
Greek · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Yrene
Yrene is a variant spelling of Irene, derived from the Greek name Εἰρήνη (Eirene), meaning "peace" from the Greek word *eirene*.
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Etymology
Yrene is a variant spelling of Irene, derived from the Greek name Εἰρήνη (Eirene), meaning "peace" from the Greek word *eirene*. The name was borne by the Greek goddess of peace and has its linguistic root in ancient Greek.
The name is primarily used in Christian, Western European, and Greek cultures, with historical prominence in Byzantine Christianity through Saint Irene and various Byzantine empresses; the variant spelling "Yrene" is rare and appears as a modern alternative form.
Yrene currently ranks #1,249 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1921.
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