Poetic and intriguing, Irinel derives from the Ancient Greek name Irenaeus, via the Russian forms Irinei or Iriney. Closely connected by its etymological roots to the feminine name Irene, this could work as a gender-switch honor name, or if you were hoping to find a name relating to peace.

Irini is a feminine name of Greek origin that directly translates to "peace." It is the modern Greek form of Eirene, who in Greek mythology was the goddess of peace and springtime, one of the Horai (Hours). The name has deep cultural significance in Greece and Cyprus, where it remains fairly popular. Irini has a melodious quality with its flowing vowels and gentle consonants. While not common in English-speaking countries, the name has gained some international recognition due to globalization and multicultural naming trends. Its beautiful meaning and connection to the concept of peace gives it universal appeal, while its Greek origins provide a link to classical civilization and mythology. The variant spelling Eirini is also sometimes used.

More familiar now via its Salman form, thanks to author Rushdie; this is an unusual biblical alternative.

Distinguished by association with renowned African diplomat Salim Ahmed Salim, this name is popular in many variations throughout the Arab world. Its use is growing in the US as well, especially in its Salem version.

This Hindi word which is used in prayer is one of the prime names that mean peace, always a nice message to impart to a child. Nick Nolte used it for his daughter.

Typically a masculine Zulu name, Xolani is more popular among baby girls in the US. Given to more than 200 girls in 2024, it is a modern creation, blending the stylish -lani ending of Hawaiian names such as Leilani or Kalani, with the sounds of Zola, Zoe, or Solana.

Has a decidedly Roman Catholic feel, thanks to the bishop.

A dignified yet gentle surname name occasionally heard in England and the West Indies.

Columba is an early saint's name that rhumbas to a modern beat. While the original St. Columba is male, the name sounds more appropriate for a girl in the modern world. Leave variations Colm and Callum for the boys.

Yunus is the Arabic form of Jonah, also used in Turkish. In Islam, Yunus is a prophet.

Shula is a short form often used on its own in Israel. Sula is another, related, option. As an Arabic name, it has a bright, fiery meaning.

This widely-used Romanian choice was the name of a medieval ruler who brought stability to the region of Wallachia.

This name, used in many Eastern European countries including Serbia and Romania, has two possible (and equally lovely) meanings. The feminine version is Dragomira.

Placido was commonly used by early Christians to convey their serenity in the faith, and it was borne by several minor saints.

Possibly derived from Salome, Sulayman, and Solomon, Zulema and alternative spelling Zulima are peaceful Spanish names, with their origins in Arabic and Hebrew.

This Persian girl's name is composed of the elements Del, meaning "heart", and Aram, meaning "calm". The name has been used in several classic Persian poems.

A name that's more familiar in its male form, Placido, but this can be a similar-feeling alternative to Serena.

Rangimarie is the Maori words for peace, and is occasionally used as a feminine name. Dr Rangimarie Pere is a prominent New Zealander with this name.

Shulamit--which has a variety of different spellings--is a serious-sounding Old Testament name that appears in the Song of Songs. Its common nickname is Shula, which is sometimes used on its own. Toni Morrison used the sleeker variation Sula in one of her novels.

Paz is an appealing Spanish name meaning "peace", derived from the Latin "pax". It's usually feminine in Spanish, but could also make an interesting literary choice for a boy, honoring the writer Octavio Paz.