Penelope: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
The faithful wife of Odysseus, this name weaves together patience, cleverness, and loyalty.
- Origin
- Greek
- Syllables
- 4
- Current rank
- #20
- Peak
- #20 in 2023
Trend: Rising, climbing the charts over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Penelope Means
Penelope is a girl name of Greek origin. The faithful wife of Odysseus, this name weaves together patience, cleverness, and loyalty.
How Popular Penelope Is
Penelope currently ranks #20 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #20 in 2023. It is rising.
Good to Know About Penelope
- Kourtney Kardashian named her daughter Penelope in 2012.
- Penelope Cruz brings Spanish glamour to the name.
- In the Odyssey, Penelope cleverly unraveled her weaving each night to delay suitors.
Names Like Penelope
Other Greek names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Penelope
Greek names that pair well as a brother or sister to Penelope.
Questions About Penelope
What does Penelope mean?
Penelope is a girl name of Greek origin. The faithful wife of Odysseus, this name weaves together patience, cleverness, and loyalty.
How popular is Penelope?
Penelope currently ranks #20 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #20 in 2023. It is rising.
Where does Penelope come from?
Penelope comes from Greek roots. Kourtney Kardashian named her daughter Penelope in 2012.
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