Girl
Ophelia
help, aid, succor
About Ophelia
This name carries an ethereal quality that seems to float between classical literature and contemporary charm. Ophelia possesses a musicality in its syllables, with the soft "ph" sound creating an elegant whisper. The name has experienced a remarkable renaissance in recent years, moving beyond its Shakespearean associations to stand independently as a choice for parents seeking something both substantial and delicate. It works beautifully in multicultural contexts and pairs well with both traditional and modern middle names. The nickname potential includes the adorable "Phee" or "Lia," offering versatility as a child grows.
Popularity of the Name Ophelia
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #236 | ||||
| 1881 | #308 | ||||
| 1882 | #232 | ||||
| 1883 | #242 | ||||
| 1884 | #251 | ||||
| 1885 | #278 | ||||
| 1886 | #269 | ||||
| 1887 | #251 | ||||
| 1888 | #258 | ||||
| 1889 | #275 | ||||
| 1890 | #313 | ||||
| 1891 | #273 | ||||
| 1892 | #265 | ||||
| 1893 | #284 | ||||
| 1894 | #320 | ||||
| 1895 | #304 | ||||
| 1896 | #329 | ||||
| 1897 | #280 | ||||
| 1898 | #316 | ||||
| 1899 | #271 | ||||
| 1900 | #268 | ||||
| 1901 | #303 | ||||
| 1902 | #320 | ||||
| 1903 | #286 | ||||
| 1904 | #310 | ||||
| 1905 | #299 | ||||
| 1906 | #307 | ||||
| 1907 | #305 | ||||
| 1908 | #318 | ||||
| 1909 | #284 | ||||
| 1910 | #297 | ||||
| 1911 | #355 | ||||
| 1912 | #317 | ||||
| 1913 | #353 | ||||
| 1914 | #355 | ||||
| 1915 | #376 | ||||
| 1916 | #385 | ||||
| 1917 | #375 | ||||
| 1918 | #366 | ||||
| 1919 | #353 | ||||
| 1920 | #348 | ||||
| 1921 | #353 | ||||
| 1922 | #341 | ||||
| 1923 | #370 | ||||
| 1924 | #360 | ||||
| 1925 | #358 | ||||
| 1926 | #385 | ||||
| 1927 | #387 | ||||
| 1928 | #400 | ||||
| 1929 | #417 | ||||
| 1930 | #416 | ||||
| 1931 | #455 | ||||
| 1932 | #427 | ||||
| 1933 | #445 | ||||
| 1934 | #461 | ||||
| 1935 | #468 | ||||
| 1936 | #493 | ||||
| 1937 | #482 | ||||
| 1938 | #524 | ||||
| 1939 | #562 | ||||
| 1940 | #570 | ||||
| 1941 | #619 | ||||
| 1942 | #619 | ||||
| 1943 | #587 | ||||
| 1944 | #620 | ||||
| 1945 | #685 | ||||
| 1946 | #768 | ||||
| 1947 | #701 | ||||
| 1948 | #705 | ||||
| 1949 | #719 | ||||
| 1950 | #650 | ||||
| 1951 | #684 | ||||
| 1952 | #780 | ||||
| 1953 | #720 | ||||
| 1954 | #736 | ||||
| 1955 | #934 | ||||
| 1956 | #919 | ||||
| 1957 | #885 | ||||
| 1958 | #885 | ||||
| 2015 | #980 | #268 | #455 | ||
| 2016 | #582 | #303 | #272 | ||
| 2017 | #417 | #226 | #628 | #195 | |
| 2018 | #373 | #176 | #186 | ||
| 2019 | #385 | #194 | #362 | #185 | |
| 2020 | #391 | #195 | #951 | #140 | |
| 2021 | #321 | #124 | #279 | #814 | #123 |
| 2022 | #271 | #89 | #209 | #602 | #119 |
| 2023 | #265 | #82 | #292 | #680 | #117 |
| 2024 | #259 | #80 | #317 | #684 | #130 |
| 2025 | #264 | #85 | #346 | #128 | |
| 1998 | #861 | ||||
| 1999 | #887 | ||||
| 2000 | #795 | ||||
| 2001 | #936 | ||||
| 2004 | #806 | ||||
| 2005 | #776 | ||||
| 2006 | #687 | ||||
| 2007 | #646 | #849 | |||
| 2008 | #608 | ||||
| 2009 | #455 | #931 | |||
| 2010 | #602 | ||||
| 2011 | #429 | ||||
| 2012 | #418 | ||||
| 2013 | #334 | #669 | |||
| 2014 | #335 | #537 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Ophelia
- Ofelia
- Ophelie
- Ophelya
Names Similar to Ophelia
Nicknames for Ophelia
- Ophy
- Lia
- Phelia
- Fifi
Famous People Named Ophelia
| Ophelia DeVore-Mitchell | American businesswoman and model |
| Ophelia Benson | American author and feminist |
| Ophelia Dahl | American healthcare advocate |
| Ophelia Ford | American politician |
| Ophelia Horton | British actress and model |
| Ophelia Lovibond | British actress |
| Ophelia MacKenzie | Canadian actress |
| Ophelia Morgan | British actress |
| Ophelia Pastrana | Mexican actress and model |
| Ophelia Stander | South African actress |
| Ophelia Dingbatter | American author and columnist |
| Ophelia Breithaupt | German politician |
| Ophelia Inglis | British suffragist |
| Ophelia DeVore | American businesswoman and model |
| Ophelia Alcantara-Dimalanta | Filipino poet and playwright |
Characters Named Ophelia
| Ophelia Frump | from "The Addams Family" |
| Ophelia Powers | from the TV series "Pushing Daisies" |
| Ophelia Sage | from the book series "The Selection" |
| Ophelia Harkness | from the TV series "How to Get Away with Murder" |
| Ophelia Mayer | from the TV series "The Magicians" |
| Ophelia Ramirez | from the movie "Man on Fire" |