Greek girl name
Penelope Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Penelope means weaver (uncertain). Greek name of Odysseus's wife; the meaning is uncertain, often given as weaver.
Penelope is the name of Odysseus's loyal wife in Homer's Odyssey, who waits twenty years for his return while holding off suitors by weaving and unweaving a burial shroud. Its meaning is uncertain, and while weaver is a popular explanation, some scholars connect it to a Greek word for a kind of duck. The name has been used in English since the sixteenth century, and the pet form Penny took on a life of its own. Penelope is long and lyrical yet friendly, with a mythic background that many parents appreciate. Penelope Cruz is a notable bearer.
Variants of Penelope
PennyPénélopePenelopiNelly
Well-known people named Penelope
Penelope Cruz.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Penelope mean?
Penelope means "weaver (uncertain)". Greek name of Odysseus's wife; the meaning is uncertain, often given as weaver.
How do you pronounce Penelope?
Penelope is pronounced peh-NEL-oh-pee.
What is the origin of Penelope?
Penelope is of Greek origin. Greek name of Odysseus's wife; the meaning is uncertain, often given as weaver.