Iryna’s (Irene’s) name day under the new church calendar of the OCU and UGCC is celebrated on 5 May; under the old style it is 18 May. The day honours the Holy Great Martyr Irene of Macedonia. The name Iryna comes from the Greek word “eirene” — “peace”, so wishes of peace and calm sound especially sincere on this day. Below are short name day wishes for Iryna, wishes in your own words, messages for a friend, mom, sister or colleague, and poems.

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Iryna’s name day — 5 May under the Revised Julian calendar

Short name day wishes for Iryna

Iryna, happy name day! Peace in your soul, warmth in your home and love in your heart.
Ira, happy angel day! May your guardian angel always hold your hand.
Ira, happy name day! May every day be bright and calm.
Happy name day, Iryna! Health, joy and a spring mood.

Wishes in your own words

Iryna means “peace”, so wishing her calm, harmony and quiet happiness is a lovely idea. Add a memory or a quality you value in her. For example: “Ira, happy name day! It always feels calm and cosy around you — you truly bring peace to everyone. May your own life be full of quiet, light and love.”

For a friend

Ira, happy name day! Thank you for our friendship, the laughter and the support. May your dreams come true easily.
Happy angel day, my friend! Stay as sincere, kind and radiant as you are.
Ira, congratulations! May spring bring you new love, new ideas and new journeys.

For mom, sister or your love

Mom, happy name day! You are the peace and calm of our home. Health and many happy years.
Sis, happy name day! May your angel protect you and life bring only good encounters.
My dear Ira, happy name day! With you, there is always peace in my heart.

For a colleague

Iryna, happy name day! Thank you for your calm and kindness. Success and inspiration.
Happy name day, Iryna! May work bring you joy and rest bring new energy.

Name day poems for Iryna

Happy name day, Ira dear!
May May bloom with flowers here,
May happiness and love so true
Surround you and stay close to you!

Iryna means peace, Iryna means light,
May your soul be calm and bright.
May sorrow never cross your door
And joy stay with you evermore!

About the feast

According to tradition, the Holy Great Martyr Irene lived in the first centuries of Christianity, converted to the faith and brought many others to it. The name Iryna (Greek “eirene”) means “peace”, and it is one of the most common female names in Ukraine.

Flowers for Iryna

A May name day calls for tender spring bouquets. A large bouquet of peony roses or a delicate spray rose arrangement is a perfect fit.

Bouquet of peony roses 51 pcs — A bouquet of 51 peony roses for Iryna

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Bouquet Pink wonder Misti Bubbles 9pcs — “Pink Wonder” bouquet — a tender name day gift

FAQ

When is Iryna’s name day?

Under the new church calendar — on 5 May; under the old style — on 18 May.

What does the name Iryna mean?

It comes from the Greek “eirene” — “peace”, “calm”.

What to give Iryna on her name day?

A spring bouquet, personalised jewellery, an icon of Saint Irene or a cosy gift for the home.

Another spring name day: Olena’s name day (21 May).

May and July name days: Yuliia’s name day.

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Author: Maria Svitlovir

Graduated from Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Institute of Biology and Medicine (2001). BSc in Biology, MSc in Horticulture. Writes about plants, works at a garden centre selecting and repotting plants, and contributes to plant reference guides.

Iryna Name Day Wishes