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.
how do you pronounce Irina?
ee-REE-nah
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what does Irina mean?
The name Irina means “peace.” It comes from the Russian language tradition.
Irina is the Russian form of Irene, derived from the Greek 'eirene' meaning '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.
where does the name Irina come from?
Wikipedia confirms Irina (or Iryna) is a feminine given name of Ancient Greek origin, derived from Eirene, the goddess who personified peace.
the history of Irina
Wikipedia notes it is commonly borne by followers of the Eastern Orthodox Church and is mostly used in the Commonwealth of Independent States and the Balkans; the Chekhov connection mentioned elsewhere isn't addressed here.
what are the nicknames and variants of Irina?
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Variants around the world
who are famous people named Irina?
- Irina Shayk (Russian supermodel)
- Irina (character in Chekhov's Three Sisters)
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what names go well with Irina?
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Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial
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