Gender Masculine
Scripts Εἰρηναῖος(Ancient Greek)

Meaning & History

Latinized form of the Greek name Εἰρηναῖος (Eirenaios), which meant "peaceful". Saint Irenaeus was an early bishop of Lyons for whom the Greek island of Santorini is named.

Related Names

Other Languages & CulturesIrénée(French) Ireneo(Italian) Ireneusz, Irek(Polish) Irinei, Iriney(Russian) Ireneo(Spanish)

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Entry updated May 29, 2020