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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Peaceful
- Origin
- Ancient Greek (via Latin)
- Pronunciation
- eye-ruh-NEE-us
Irenaeus (eye-ruh-NEE-us) is an Ancient Greek name that came into English by way of Latin, and it means "peaceful." It has four syllables and a soft, flowing sound, which makes it a distinctive choice for a parent who wants a name with real roots and a calm meaning.
Meaning & Origin of Irenaeus
Meaning: Peaceful.
Origin: Ancient Greek (via Latin).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Irenaeus
eye-ruh-NEE-usIPA /ˌaɪrəˈniːəs/
Popularity of Irenaeus
Irenaeus does not appear in U.S. Social Security birth-name records (38,443 names on file, 1880–present) — likely too rare, too new, or recorded under a different spelling. No popularity rank or trend is shown rather than an invented one.
FAQ
What does the name Irenaeus mean?
Peaceful. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Irenaeus?
Irenaeus is pronounced eye-ruh-NEE-us (IPA: /ˌaɪrəˈniːəs/).
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