Message: "Thoughts on the name Irene?"

Thoughts on the name Irene?

by Guest (guest)

9/5/2022, 8:34 AM

Thoughts on the name Irene?

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- Anneza +1

9/5/2022, 1:35 PM

Generally speaking, I don't like spondees. I much prefer Irene, 3 syllables, to I-REEN. If I used it, it would only be as a mn, because of those pronunciation issues. Perhaps Irina could work?

- nameo

9/7/2022, 3:32 AM

I like it better with three syllables as well. I always liked hearing my grandma say my aunt’s name (spelled Irene) “Ee-ray-na” with a very soft, almost rolled R. Unfortunately you probably wouldn’t get that pronunciation with Irina either.

- Gaia (ciara23)

9/5/2022, 11:17 AM

Irene is gorgeous and peaceful. I don’t see why one should dislike it. I always loved it really, it’s in my PNL list. I find the 3 syllable pronunciation unpleasant.

I also don’t find it old-fashioned or old lady like. Irene is mature, and it lasts a lifetime.

This message was edited 9/5/2022, 11:18 AM

- Fiammetta (lady murasaki)

9/5/2022, 8:46 AM

I’ve been thinking about it too, it’s beautiful.

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