Pennelope
Girl namePennelope has been given to 399 babies in the U.S. since 1942. It peaked in 2017. In 2025, about 1 in 123,636 girls was named Pennelope.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
399
Peak year
2017 (30 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1942
10-year trend
▼ -7%
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Pennelope — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Pennelope.
Sibling name ideas for Pennelope
Same era and popularity as Pennelope, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Pennelope?
Pennelope has been given to 399 babies in the U.S. since 1942. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Pennelope peak?
Pennelope peaked in 2017, when 30 babies were given the name.
Is Pennelope a girl or boy name?
Pennelope is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Pennelope are girls).
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