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Name Origin

Irène is a feminine given name of Greek origin, derived from Eirene, meaning 'peace'. It is a popular name in many European countries, particularly France and Greece.

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Famous People

Irène Joliot-Curie (1897-1956)

Physicist and Chemist

  • Nobel Prize in Chemistry (1935) for the synthesis of new radioactive elements.
  • Pioneering work in artificial radioactivity.