Name Profile
Penelope
“Weaver” — Greek
GirlGreek4 syllablesCurrent rank #28 (2024)
About Penelope
Bursting with mythological wonder and vintage charm, Penelope is a stunningly elegant Greek girl's name. Meaning "weaver," it spins a beautiful tapestry of classical sophistication and playful energy.
Quick Facts
GenderGirl
OriginGreek
Syllables4
Nicknames for Penelope
PenePenPeniePenyNelope
Popularity in the U.S.
Penelope ranks #28 in U.S. SSA 2024 girls data with 5,741 births..
Penelope popularity chartUse the Births and Rank buttons to change the metric. The data values are listed below.Penelope had 5,741 births in 2024.
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| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 5,949 | #34 |
| 2016 | 6,391 | #27 |
| 2017 | 6,657 | #24 |
| 2018 | 6,512 | #26 |
| 2019 | 6,715 | #22 |
| 2020 | 6,099 | #25 |
| 2021 | 6,364 | #23 |
| 2022 | 6,424 | #21 |
| 2023 | 6,065 | #23 |
| 2024 | 5,741 | #28 |
Middle Name Ideas
- Penelope Rose
- Penelope Claire
- Penelope June
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Penelope mean?
Penelope is commonly linked to the meaning Weaver and is associated with Greek roots.
Is Penelope a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Penelope ranks #28 in U.S. SSA 2024 girls data with 5,741 births..
What are common nicknames for Penelope?
Popular nicknames include Pene, Pen, Penie, Peny, Nelope.