Irina Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationee-REE-nah / iˈriːnəGreek; Russian
Meaning
Greek: peace; Russian: derived from the Greek name Eirene
Historical & Cultural Background
Irina is a name of Greek origin, meaning 'peace'. It has been widely used in Russia and other Slavic countries. The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in Eastern Europe. It is often associated with grace and beauty in various cultures.
Trend Summary
Irina has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ira
- Irinka
International Variants
- Irene (English)
- Irène (French)
- Irina (Romanian)
- Iryna (Ukrainian)
Famous people named Irina
Irina Shayk is a Russian supermodel known for her work with major fashion brands.
Irina Bokova is a Bulgarian politician who served as the Director-General of UNESCO.
Irina Slutskaya is a retired Russian figure skater and two-time World Champion.
Irina Allegrova is a popular Russian singer and actress known for her contributions to pop music.
Fictional characters named Irina
Irina Derevko is a character in the television series 'Alias', known for her complex relationship with the protagonist.
Irina is a character in the play 'The Three Sisters' by Anton Chekhov, representing the longing for a better life.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Irina was first seen in the United States in 1944. Irina has ranked as high as #1225 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Washington, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Irina has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Irina (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 25 | |
| TX | 21 | |
| FL | 11 | |
| NY | 9 | |
| CO | 5 | |
| NC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1959 | 8 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1964 | 9 |
| 1966 | 14 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1968 | 11 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1970 | 7 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1972 | 10 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1976 | 16 |
| 1977 | 12 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1980 | 15 |
| 1981 | 12 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1983 | 13 |
| 1984 | 17 |
| 1985 | 11 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 14 |
| 1988 | 15 |
| 1989 | 24 |
| 1990 | 23 |
| 1991 | 20 |
| 1992 | 28 |
| 1993 | 25 |
| 1994 | 25 |
| 1995 | 26 |
| 1996 | 41 |
| 1997 | 37 |
| 1998 | 21 |
| 1999 | 26 |
| 2000 | 37 |
| 2001 | 43 |
| 2002 | 46 |
| 2003 | 37 |
| 2004 | 40 |
| 2005 | 42 |
| 2006 | 43 |
| 2007 | 49 |
| 2008 | 36 |
| 2009 | 37 |
| 2010 | 41 |
| 2011 | 38 |
| 2012 | 44 |
| 2013 | 58 |
| 2014 | 59 |
| 2015 | 96 |
| 2016 | 98 |
| 2017 | 67 |
| 2018 | 111 |
| 2019 | 127 |
| 2020 | 99 |
| 2021 | 97 |
| 2022 | 119 |
| 2023 | 131 |
| 2024 | 135 |