Origin:
Gaelic
Greek
Scottish
Sex:Female
Unisex Name?No
Meaning:Variant of Fenella: White shoulder. From Fionnghuala or Fionnuala. Also from Greek mythology: Penelope was the faithful wife of Odysseus in Homer’s Odyssey.
Soul Urge:People with the name Penelope have a deep inner desire to create and express themselves, often in public speaking, acting, writing or singing. They also yearn to have beauty around them in their home and work environment.
Expression:People with the name Penelope are excellent at analyzing, understanding, and learning. They tend to be mystics, philosophers, scholars, and teachers. Because they live so much in the mind, they tend to be quiet and introspective, and are usually introverts. When presented with issues, they will see the larger picture. Their solitary thoughtfulness and analysis of people and world events may make them seem aloof, and sometimes even melancholy.