Ophelia
Ophelia first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 2024, when 1,223 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 1,183.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Ophelia popular?
Near its peak Ophelia is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2024.
| 2020s | 6,560 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 3,981 | |
| 2000s | 474 | |
| 1990s | 252 | |
| 1980s | 295 | |
| 1970s | 397 | |
| 1960s | 720 | |
| 1950s | 1,388 | |
| 1940s | 1,392 | |
| 1930s | 1,948 | |
| 1920s | 3,276 | |
| 1910s | 2,372 | |
| 1900s | 1,236 | |
| 1890s | 899 | |
| 1880s | 580 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Ophelia mean?
From the Greek ophelos, “help” or “benefit.” Ophelia appears in Shakespeare’s Hamlet.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ophelia mean?
Ophelia means Help, benefit. From the Greek ophelos, “help” or “benefit.” Ophelia appears in Shakespeare’s Hamlet.
What is the origin of the name Ophelia?
Ophelia is of Greek origin.
How do you pronounce Ophelia?
Ophelia is pronounced “oh-FEEL-yuh.”
Is Ophelia a boy or a girl name?
Ophelia is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Ophelia a popular name right now?
Ophelia is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2024.
How popular is the name Ophelia?
In 2025, Ophelia ranked #264 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Ophelia most popular?
Ophelia was most popular in 2024, when about 1,223 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Ophelia?
Names similar to Ophelia include Penelope, Cordelia, Iris, Juliet.
What names go well with Ophelia?
Greek names that pair well with Ophelia include Christopher, Cynthia, Andrew, Helen, Timothy.