Irineo Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Irineo is a name of Greek origin meaning 'peace'. It evolved from the ancient Greek 'Eirene' and has variants like Irina and Irene. The name reflects traits of tranquility and harmony. It does not have a biblical background and gained popularity during early Christian times. Today, it is viewed as a classic name with cultural significance, particularly in Spain and Latin America.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Irineo"
Pronunciation
/iɾiˈne.o/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Irineo is derived from the Greek name 'Eirene', which means 'peace'. The name has its roots in the Greek word 'eirēnē'.
Meaning
peace
Language Evolution
Eirene (Ancient Greek), Irina (Slavic variant), Irineo (Italian and Spanish variant)
Historical Usage
Irineo has been used since the early Christian period, particularly in regions influenced by Greek culture. It gained popularity in various forms, especially in the Mediterranean and Latin America.
Variants & Derivatives
Eirene, Irina, Irene
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Irineo is less common but retains a classic and cultural appeal, particularly in Spanish-speaking countries.
Famous People
Irineo de la Rosa, a notable Mexican painter, Irineo Gutiérrez, a prominent Argentine writer
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✨ Irineo Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 13 peak births in 1991
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Irineo"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Irineo"
"Irineo" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 7162nd of 7545 | 6 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 4999th of 6773 | 24 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4512th of 7552 | 48 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5640th of 10718 | 50 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6408th of 16616 | 93 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 8864th of 24088 | 107 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 19426th of 23106 | 11 |
Regional Popularity of "Irineo" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
95.07% 2237th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
67.54% 1927th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
57.34% 2319th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
44.56% 2815th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
55.88% 4170th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Irineo" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Irineo"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Irineo" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Irineo" in the United States
The name Irineo is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Irineo has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Irineo' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7162nd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4999th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4512th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5640th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6408th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8864th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 19426th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Irineo' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.