Girl Name · Greek Origin
Penelope
Considering Penelope? It is a girl name whose meaning is "Weaver", rooted in Greek naming tradition, and ranks in our Rare popularity tier. Phonetically it shares territory with Pamela.
Penelope meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Weaver
Origin: Greek naming roots help connect Penelope to related Greek baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Penelope as P·E·N·E·L·O·P·E, with 8 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Penelope is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Penelope variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Penelopea, Penelopee, Penelopey, Penelop.
- Nicknames: Pene and P.
- Middle names: Pair Penelope with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Penelope middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Pamela, Philippe, Phillipe, Penny, Pearline — full picks on the sibling names for Penelope guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Penelope? Browse our names like Penelope guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
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Frequently asked about Penelope
What does the name Penelope mean?
Penelope means "Weaver" and is of Greek origin.
What is the origin of Penelope?
Penelope originates in Greek naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Penelope?
Penelope has 8 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Penelope a boy's or girl's name?
Penelope is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Penelope in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Penelope sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Penelope?
Names that share Penelope's sound and style include Pamela, Philippe, Phillipe, Penny, Pearline.
What middle names pair well with Penelope?
Good middle-name fits for Penelope pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Penelope is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Penelope is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Penelope?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Penelope share its rhythm without rhyming — Pamela, Philippe, Phillipe all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.