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Penelope

bright and beloved

Female Modern american / American / Contemporary U.S. / English-American / Folklore / United States / Engli / Contemporary American 3 syllables 0 popularity 0 favorites
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Name
Penelope
Origin
Modern american / American / Contemporary U.S. / English-American / Folklore / United States / Engli / Contemporary American
Gender
Female
Meaning
bright and beloved
Detailed Meaning
Penelope has a playful, rhythmic sound that American parents have fallen in love with. It feels classic and modern at the same time, with a warmth and personality that is hard to resist. The nickname Penny adds an extra layer of charm.
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Syllable Breakdown

1. pen (prefix) 2. e (middle) 3. lope (suffix)
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Penelope Name Meaning and Style

Penelope is a female name of Modern american / American / Contemporary U.S. / English-American / Folklore / United States / Engli / Contemporary American origin, meaning bright and beloved.

It appears in the American, Artistic, Baby Girl name collections and has 3 syllables. Browse the related Modern american / American / Contemporary U.S. / English-American / Folklore / United States / Engli / Contemporary American names below for alternatives with a similar background.

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