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Penelope Name Meaning - Weaver (Greek)

Meaning
Weaver; faithful wife
Origin
Greek
Gender
Girl
Pronunciation
PE-NE-LO-PE

Penelope means "Weaver; faithful wife" (Greek). Recorded in Greek sources, Penelope glosses as "Weaver." Penelope is a Greek name meaning weaver.

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Meaning and Linguistic Breakdown

Recorded in Greek sources, Penelope glosses as "Weaver." Penelope is a Greek name meaning weaver.

Origin and Historical Usage

Penelope is a Greek name meaning weaver. In Homer's Odyssey, Penelope wove and unraveled a shroud for 20 years waiting faithfully for Odysseus — making her a symbol of loyalty, intelligence, and patience.

Pronunciation Guide

Phonetic
PE-NE-LO-PE
Syllables
4

Geographic and Cultural Usage

The name travels well in international schools and multicultural cities. Greek origin remains the anchor even when spelling stays unchanged.

Popularity

In NameBloom's internal list, Penelope sits around #15 — widely recognized. National statistics (SSA, ONS, etc.) may differ.

Notable People Named Penelope

  • P
    Penelope Cruz
  • P
    Penelope Garcia (Criminal Minds)
  • P
    Penelope Disick
  • P
    Penelope Fitzgerald

Variants and Related Names

Spelling variants

  • Penny — alternate form of Penelope
  • Nell — alternate form of Penelope
  • Nellie — alternate form of Penelope
  • Penn — alternate form of Penelope
  • Pippa — alternate form of Penelope

Frequently Asked Questions about Penelope

What does Penelope mean?
Penelope means "Weaver; faithful wife" in Greek tradition. Recorded in Greek sources, Penelope glosses as "Weaver." Penelope is a Greek name meaning weaver.
How do you pronounce Penelope?
Penelope is pronounced PE-NE-LO-PE (4 syllables).
What language is Penelope from?
Penelope comes from Greek. Penelope is a Greek name meaning weaver.
Is Penelope a boy or girl name?
Penelope is primarily used as a girl's name.
What does Penelope mean in English?
English references usually translate Penelope as "Weaver; faithful wife." It is not an English word; the gloss comes from Greek.
Is Penelope a rare name?
In NameBloom's internal list, Penelope sits around #15 — widely recognized. National statistics (SSA, ONS, etc.) may differ.
What is the origin of the name Penelope?
Penelope is a Greek name meaning weaver. In Homer's Odyssey, Penelope wove and unraveled a shroud for 20 years waiting faithfully for Odysseus — making her a symbol of loyalty, intelligence, and patience.
What are variants of Penelope?
Documented forms include: Penny; Nell; Nellie; Penn; Pippa.
Who are famous people named Penelope?
Notable bearers include Penelope Cruz, Penelope Garcia (Criminal Minds), Penelope Disick, Penelope Fitzgerald.

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