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Name Origin

Irenäus is a masculine given name of Greek origin. It derives from the Greek words 'eirēnē' meaning 'peace' and 'eos' meaning 'dawn'. Therefore, Irenäus traditionally signifies 'peaceful dawn' or 'bringer of peace'.

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Famous People

Irenäus Eibl-Eibesfeldt (1926-2016)

Ethologist, Biologist

  • Pioneering work in ethology and animal behavior
  • Studied the evolutionary basis of human aggression and sexuality

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