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Irania

eye-RAY-nee-uh · Of uncertain origin; possibly a feminine form of Iran or a variant of Irane.

Peak popularity
1995
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Irania since 1995

Babies named Irania per year in U.S. Social Security records.

306191200020102020Most births 1995Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1990s160
2000s48
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Irania is a modern name with uncertain origins, likely inspired by the country Iran or the Greek name Irane. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1995, and its use has been very rare since. The name peaked in 1995 and has seen little change in popularity over the decades, maintaining a stable trajectory. It has not been recorded among the top names in any state, nor does it boast any notable bearers. As a result, Irania remains a highly distinctive choice with minimal historical or cultural baggage.

Irania is a name that appears to be a modern coinage, likely derived from the country name Iran or as a feminine form of Iranian names. It may also be a variant of Irane, a name of Greek origin. The name gained some use in the United States starting in the 1990s, possibly influenced by cultural trends. Its exact etymology is not firmly established.

Nicknames & variants

Variants: Irane

Sibling names for Irania

Names that share Irania's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Aria, Leila, Nadia, Samira, Zara

Brothers: Darius, Elias, Kai, Rami, Cyrus

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Irania mean?
The meaning of Irania is not clearly known. It may be connected to the country Iran or be a variant of Irane, which is of Greek origin. The name's derivation is uncertain.
Is Irania a popular name?
Irania is not widely popular. In the United States, it first appeared in birth records in 1995 and has remained very rare. As of 2025, it does not rank among the top names and its occurrence is infrequent.
Is Irania typically a girl's name?
Yes, Irania is almost exclusively used for girls. It is femininely styled and has no significant history of use as a boy's name.