Penelope

Pronunciation: [ p-uhn-EHL-uhp-ee ]

Boy Name #18,361 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Penelope is a boy name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced p-uhn-EHL-uhp-ee.

Parents who love the name Penelope often also consider Pearl, Pearle, Pearlie .

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #18,361
Total SSA Count: 6

Nicknames

Pen Pey Penie Peneie

Also a Girl Name

Penelope is also used as a girl name, ranked #28.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Penelope

Is Penelope a boy or girl name?

Penelope is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #18361. As a girl name, it is ranked #28. Penelope is more commonly used as a girl name.

How do you pronounce Penelope?

Penelope is pronounced p-uhn-EHL-uhp-ee.

How popular is the name Penelope?

Penelope is currently ranked #18361 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Penelope?

Common nicknames for Penelope include Pen, Pey, Penie, and Peneie.

Is Penelope a common or rare name?

Penelope is an uncommon name, ranked #18361 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Penelope

Penelope is a boy name .

Is Penelope a boy or girl name? Penelope is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #18,361 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #28. Penelope is more commonly used as a girl name.

Penelope is currently ranked #18,361 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Penelope include Pen, Pey, Penie, and Peneie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.