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Penelope
Penelope is a feminine name of Greek origin. It translates from its original tongue to “weaver” and can be traced as far back as the Ancient Greeks as depicted in Homer’s Odyssey. In this tale, Penelope was the queen of Ithaca and the wife of the hero Odysseus. While Odysseus fought in the Trojan War, the much sought after Penelope would remain faithful to her husband and delay her suitors by pretending to weave a seemingly neverending burial shroud. Craftiness like this makes the name perfect for a baby that is part of a family of creatives. Penelope is an elegant name for the lovers of classics among us, but it can be clipped to the ever-chic nickname Penny if that’s more your style.
Greek
Female
Meaning
Weaver
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Pronunciation
pə-NEL-ə-pee
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Traits
- Elegant
- Sophisticated
- Creative
- Graceful
Compatibility
Penelope pairs well with classic and timeless names for siblings, such as Alexander and Charlotte. As a middle name, it adds a touch of elegance and charm to almost any first name. Culturally, Penelope fits in well with both traditional and modern naming styles.
Elegant
Sophisticated
Creative
Graceful
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Famous Personalities
Notable people who share the name.
Penélope Cruz
Actress
Born: April 28, 1974 · Alcobendas, Spain
Penelope Soto
Athlete
Born: April 28, 1994 · Miami, Florida, USA
Similar Names
Djuma
Roaring lion
Veronica
True image, she who brings happiness
Kaiden
Compassion, Warrior
Kwame
Born on Saturday, father of life
Neela
Sapphire blue
Xavi
Of Xavier, the new house
Regional Variations & Spellings
Alternative Spellings
- Penelope Original form
- Πηνελόπη Greek
- Пенелопа Russian
- Japanese
- Chinese (Mandarin)
- Bengali
- Persian
- Georgian
Cultural Adaptations
- ペネロペ (Penerope) Japanese
- 佩内洛普 (Pei Nèi Luò Pǔ) Chinese (Mandarin)
- পেনেলোপ (Penelopa) Bengali
- پنلوپه (Penelope) Persian
- პენელოპე (Penelope) Georgian
Frequently Asked Questions about Penelope
- What does Penelope mean?
- Weaver
- What is the origin of Penelope?
- Penelope has Greek origins.
- Is Penelope popular?
- Penelope has been viewed 206 times and saved to favorites 0 times by our community.
- What are similar names to Penelope?
- Similar names include Djuma, Veronica, Kaiden, Kwame, Neela.
- How do you pronounce Penelope?
- Penelope is pronounced pə-NEL-ə-pee.
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