Penelope
boy namePenelope entered the US charts in 2015, peaked at #7587 in 2021, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2015–2025
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rank today
#7587
peak (2021)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2010s | #10169 |
| 2020s | #10719 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Penelope are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Penelope is a kid of about 7 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Penelope in 2025?
- Penelope is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Penelope most popular?
- Penelope peaked in 2021, reaching #7587 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Penelope with classmates?
- Penelope will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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