Ophelia
Gender: Girl
Meaning: Help, aid, benefit
Origin: Greek
Popularity: Ranked #264 in 2025 with 1,183 babies born.
History: From the Greek 'ophelos' meaning help or benefit. Shakespeare's tragic character Ophelia in 'Hamlet' dominates the name's associations. The Pre-Raphaelite painting of Ophelia by Millais is one of the most famous artworks. The name has been revived despite its tragic literary history.
Name length: 7 letters
How common is Ophelia? About 1 in 2,814 babies born in 2025 were named Ophelia, or roughly 3.2 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Ophelia
What does the name Ophelia mean?
Ophelia means “Help, aid, benefit” from Greek roots.
What is the origin of the name Ophelia?
Ophelia has Greek origin. The traditional meaning is “Help, aid, benefit”.
How popular is Ophelia?
Ophelia ranked #264 in 2025 — given to 1,183 babies that year.
When was Ophelia most popular?
Ophelia peaked in 2024 with 1,215 babies registered that year.
Is Ophelia a boy or girl name?
Ophelia is predominantly a girls' name — over 90% of Ophelias in registered births are female.
Is the name Ophelia rising or falling in popularity?
Ophelia has risen 127 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #391 in 2020 to #264 in 2025.
How long has Ophelia been recorded?
Ophelia appears in birth records across 146 years — from 1880 through 2025.