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Penelope: Meaning, Origin & Numerology

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What does Penelope mean?

Penelope is a Greek girl's name meaning “weaver”.

This Greek name has been cherished by parents seeking ancient Greek and Roman heritage.

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Origin & History

Penelope draws from the golden age of ancient Greek and Roman civilizations, renowned for philosophy, mythology, and the foundations of Western culture. Classical names often embody virtues, natural elements, or references to epic mythology, offering both timeless beauty and profound meaning.

Numerology of Penelope

Pythagorean Number

7

The Seeker

Key Traits

Analytical, spiritual, introspective

Ruling Planet

☋Ketu

Planetary Traits

Spirituality, mystery, introspection

Names with numerology number 7 pair well with Life Paths 1, 5, 7. Check compatibility with your due date

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The letters of Penelope

8 letters: 4 vowels, 4 consonants.

  1. P7
  2. E5
  3. N5
  4. E5
  5. L3
  6. O6
  7. P7
  8. E5

Vowels (shaded): E, E, O, E.

Expression

7

The Analyzer

all letters

7 + 5 + 5 + 5 + 3 + 6 + 7 + 5 = 43 → 7

Soul Urge

3

Self-expression

vowels

5 + 5 + 6 + 5 = 21 → 3

Personality

22

Masterful

consonants

7 + 5 + 3 + 7 = 22

Popularity of Penelope

Current Rank

#22

Peak Year

2019

Total Births

103,215

Penelope is a beautiful Greek name choice.

Penelope in the 2025 Social Security ranking

#22

on the 2025 girls' list.

Source: US Social Security baby name data, 2025.

  1. #18Lily
  2. #19Camila
  3. #20Nora
  4. #22Penelope
  5. #24Ellie
  6. #25Lucy
  7. #26Aria
  8. #27Luna

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Names that share Penelope's numbers

Penelope: Expression 7, Soul Urge 3, Personality 22.

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Names that begin like Penelope: Pen-

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Penelope mean?
Penelope is a Greek name meaning "weaver." It belongs to the Classical family of names, carrying ancient Greek and Roman heritage.
What is the numerology number for Penelope?
In Pythagorean numerology, Penelope has the number 7, known as The Seeker. Key traits include: Analytical, spiritual, introspective. This number is ruled by Ketu, the planet of spirituality, mystery, introspection.
Is Penelope a popular baby name?
Penelope is quite popular, ranking #22 among baby names in the US.
What origin is the name Penelope?
Penelope is a Greek name from the Classical tradition. Penelope draws from the golden age of ancient Greek and Roman civilizations, renowned for philosophy, mythology, and the foundations of Western culture. Classical names often embody virtues, natural elements, or references to epic mythology, offering both timeless beauty and profound meaning.
Is Penelope compatible with my baby's birth date?
Name compatibility depends on your baby's Life Path number, which is calculated from their birth date. Penelope (Number 7) pairs well with Life Paths 1, 5, 7. You can check the exact compatibility score for free at namestory.app/try by entering your due date and the name Penelope.

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