Iren

Meaning of Iren

Iren is a male name with origins in Russia. In Russian, it is pronounced as ee-REN (/iˈrən/), while in English, it is pronounced as eye-REN (/aɪˈrən/). Although the name Iren is not very common in the United States, it has been given to a small number of newborn boys over the years. It ranked 8202nd in 2019, and its popularity has fluctuated over time. The female variation of this name, Irene, is more widely recognized and used. Iren carries an air of strength and uniqueness, making it an appealing choice for parents looking for a distinctive name for their baby boy.

Pronunciation

Russian

  • Pronunced as ee-REN (/iˈrən/)

English

  • Pronunced as eye-REN (/aɪˈrən/)

U.S. Popularity Chart

Similar Names to Iren

Notable People Named Iren

Irén Lovász is a Hungarian folk singer and ethnographer with 12 albums to her credit, featured on various labels and compilations.
Irén Hönsch, also known as Jenőné Sillye and Lajosné Károly, was a Hungarian chess player who won the Hungarian Women's Chess Championship three times.
Irén Győrffy was a Hungarian swimmer who competed in the women's 100 metre backstroke at the 1936 Summer Olympics.
Naoko Fujimoto
Curated byNaoko Fujimoto

Assistant Editor