Irina
Irina is a girls' name of Russian origin meaning “peace.” Irina is the Russian form of Irene, derived from the Greek 'eirene' meaning 'peace.'
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how do you pronounce Irina?
ee-REE-nah
where does the name Irina come from?
A feminine name of Ancient Greek origin, also spelled Iryna, from Eirene, the goddess who personified peace.
It is one of Chekhov's most famous works, 'Three Sisters,' features Irina as the youngest sister. The name has been popular in Russia for centuries and is associated with grace and refinement.
the history of Irina
It is common among members of the Eastern Orthodox Church and is used mostly in the countries of the Commonwealth of Independent States and in the Balkans.
who are famous people named Irina?
- Irina Shayk (Russian supermodel)
- Irina (character in Chekhov's Three Sisters)
what are the nicknames and variants of Irina?
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what names go well with Irina?
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quick answers about Irina
What does the name Irina mean?
Irina means “peace”.
What is the origin of the name Irina?
Irina comes from the Russian naming tradition. Related forms include Iryna and Irene.
How popular is the name Irina?
Irina has not ranked in the US top 1,000 in recent years, which makes it an uncommon choice.
Is Irina a boy or girl name?
Irina is primarily a girls' name.
How do you pronounce Irina?
Irina is pronounced ee-REE-nah, with 3 syllables.
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