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Penelope

Penelope is a girl name of Greek origin, meaning The faithful wife of Odysseus.

  • GenderGirl
  • OriginGreek
  • StyleClassic
  • Syllables3
  • US rank#25

What does Penelope mean?

The faithful wife of Odysseus

How popular is Penelope?

Popularity in the United States

Penelope has been given to 78,540 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

About 1 in 270 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Penelope per year in the United States, 1880–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Penelope has been given to 1,836 babies in France since 1969, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

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Babies named Penelope per year in France, 1969–2022. Source: INSEE

Popularity in Spain

There are 1,448 people called Penelope living in Spain, with an average age of 34.

78,540 Babies named since 1880
2010s Peak decade
Rising Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Penelope

What does the name Penelope mean?

Penelope means The faithful wife of Odysseus. It is of Greek origin.

Is Penelope a boy's or a girl's name?

Penelope is most often given to girls.

How popular is the name Penelope?

Penelope has been given to 78,540 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.