Penelope
Weaver
GenderGirlOriginGreekSay itpuh-NEL-uh-peePopularityTop 40
Pronounced puh-NEL-uh-pee
About the name Penelope
A name rich in literary history, Penelope is both quirky and classic. It offers a variety of cute nicknames like Penny or Poppy.
Penelope has a clever, patient loyalty and a graceful, storybook charm.
Fun fact
In Homer's Odyssey, Penelope famously wove and unwove a burial shroud each day to cleverly delay suitors while awaiting her husband Odysseus's return.
Nicknames for Penelope
PennyNellLola
Variations
PennyPenelopiePenelopeeNel
Famous people named Penelope
- Penélope Cruz (actress)
- Penelope Wilton (actress)