Penelope in Chinese
Penelope in Chinese is 佩内洛普 (Pèi Nèi Luò Pǔ).
- Origin
- Greek
- Meaning
- weaver
Etymologically, Penelope is Greek and is commonly glossed as "weaver". It has been in continuous US use since Social Security records begin in 1880, peaking in the 2010s.
3 ways to write Penelope
phonetic
Following the sound of your name
佩内洛普
Pèi Nèi Luò Pǔ
The standard transliteration of Penelope: 佩 (pèi, "to admire; to wear (an ornament)"), 内 (nèi, "inner (phonetic 'n')"), 洛 (luò, "Luo River"), 普 (pǔ, "universal, general"). Chosen for sound, it is instantly recognizable as this name.
Why these characters?
To fit Mandarin syllable rules, the sounds are broken into 4 characters: 佩 pèi + 内 nèi + 洛 luò + 普 pǔ. The tone contour is 4-4-4-3 (falling, falling, falling, dipping).
Character breakdown
33 strokes total (simplified)- 佩
pèi
Tone 4 · 8 strokes (simplified)
to admire; to wear (an ornament)
- 内
nèi
Tone 4 · 4 strokes (simplified)
inner (phonetic 'n')
- 洛
luò
Tone 4 · 9 strokes (simplified)
Luo River
- 普
pǔ
Tone 3 · 12 strokes (simplified)
universal, general
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meaningful
Chosen for meaning and association
诗韵
Shī Yùn
Inspired by "weaver": 诗 (shī, "poem, poetry") + 韵 (yùn, "rhyme, charm"), expressing music and poetry.
Why these characters?
诗 (poem, poetry) answers the "weaver" in Penelope's meaning, and 韵 (rhyme, charm) rounds it off as a typical ending for girls' names.
Character breakdown
21 strokes total (simplified)- 诗
shī
Tone 1 · 8 strokes (simplified)
poem, poetry
- 韵
yùn
Tone 4 · 13 strokes (simplified)
rhyme, charm
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balanced
A balance of sound and meaning
佩歌
Pèi Gē
佩 (pèi, "to admire; to wear (an ornament)") + 歌 (gē, "song"): echoes the sound of the English name while carrying meaning.
Why these characters?
It keeps 佩 (pèi), the same opening character as the transliteration 佩内洛普, for the "pe" sound, and replaces the rest with 歌 ("song") so the whole reads as a real given name.
Character breakdown
22 strokes total (simplified)- 佩
pèi
Tone 4 · 8 strokes (simplified)
to admire; to wear (an ornament)
- 歌
gē
Tone 1 · 14 strokes (simplified)
song
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Recent US usage of Penelope
In the Social Security Administration’s 2020–2025 snapshot, Penelope ranked 24 among names recorded for girls, with 37,005 registrations in that group across the period. These are US birth-name records, rather than search counts or a ranking of Chinese names. The period covers part of a decade; it is not a final ranking for the whole 2020s.
Compare the dated figures in the SSA’s official 2020s name table. This snapshot was checked on 2026-10-15; any historical figures on this page describe their own stated period.
Popularity in the US
US Social Security records show 59,132 girls named Penelope since 1880, with the high point in 2017 (6,639 births) and the busiest decade being the 2010s. Between 1990 and 2017 it climbed, from #2152 to #24 among girls.
- Peak year
- 2017
- Peak decade
- 2010s
- First year
- 1880
- Total since 1880
- 59,132
More About Penelope in Chinese
The Chinese translation of Penelope offers multiple styles to suit different preferences. Whether you prefer a phonetic transliteration that sounds like your name, or a meaningful interpretation that captures the essence of Penelope, you'll find options that work for you.
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When choosing Chinese characters for Penelope, consider whether you want:
- Phonetic accuracy: Characters that sound like Penelope to native Chinese speakers
- Meaningful symbolism: Characters chosen for their beautiful meanings and cultural significance
- Balanced approach: A combination of sound and meaning that works well in both languages
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Frequently asked questions
How do you write Penelope in Chinese?
佩内洛普 (Pèi Nèi Luò Pǔ), or 佩內洛普 in traditional script. This is the conventional transliteration used in Chinese media.
How popular is the name Penelope?
US Social Security records show 59,132 girls named Penelope since 1880, with the high point in 2017 (6,639 births) and the busiest decade being the 2010s. Between 1990 and 2017 it climbed, from #2152 to #24 among girls.
How many strokes does 佩内洛普 have?
33 strokes in simplified form and 33 in traditional; per character: 佩 8, 内 4, 洛 9, 普 12.