Irenaeus Name Meaning
The name Irenaeus comes from Ancient Greek roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Irenaeus below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Irenaeus Name Meaning
Ancient Greek (Latinized)Latinized form of the Greek name Ειρηναιος (Eirenaios) which meant "peaceful". Saint Irenaeus was an early bishop of Lyons for whom the Greek island of Santorini is named.
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