Ofelia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ofelia is a name of Greek origin, derived from 'Ophelia', meaning 'help' or 'serpent'. It has evolved through various forms over time and is linked to literary heritage, particularly through Shakespeare. The name carries connotations of beauty and tragedy, with no biblical relevance. It has maintained a presence in popular culture and is appreciated for its poetic qualities.
The name Ofelia is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Ofelia has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Ofelia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6773rd out of 6773 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 932nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 683rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 990th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1477th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1990th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3009th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2462nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Ofelia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ofelia"
Pronunciation
/oʊˈfɛliə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Ofelia is derived from the Greek name 'Ophelia', which means 'help' or 'serpent'. The name is often associated with the character Ophelia from Shakespeare's play 'Hamlet'.
Meaning
help, serpent
Language Evolution
Ophelia (Ancient Greek), Ofelia (Latinized form), Ofelia (Modern usage in various languages)
Historical Usage
The name Ophelia gained popularity during the Renaissance, particularly due to its association with literature and art. It has remained a recognizable name in various cultures.
Variants & Derivatives
Ophelia, Ofelita, Ofelina
Modern Popularity & Image
Ofelia is often perceived as a romantic and poetic name, associated with beauty and tragedy due to its literary connections.
Famous People
Ofelia Medina, a Mexican actress, Ofelia Dumas Lachtman, a Cuban-American author
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ofelia"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Ofelia"
"Ofelia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6773rd of 6773 | 5 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 932nd of 9107 | 1,063 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 683rd of 9204 | 1,974 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 990th of 12526 | 2,018 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1477th of 19264 | 1,111 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1990th of 27321 | 1,008 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3009th of 35406 | 840 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2462nd of 30306 | 883 |
Regional Popularity of "Ofelia" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Ofelia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
24.64% 583rd/2366 |
37.22% 425th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
95.54% 1477th/1546 |
- |
19.63% 462nd/2353 |
23.01% 356th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
79.70% 1775th/2227 |
- |
21.87% 624th/2853 |
22.81% 633rd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
64.86% 1905th/2937 |
100.00% 3483rd/3483 |
30.10% 1059th/3518 |
19.19% 776th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
62.58% 2306th/3685 |
- |
32.98% 1713th/5194 |
16.40% 1036th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
74.53% 3415th/4582 |
- |
39.18% 2865th/7313 |
23.17% 1729th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
76.61% 3052nd/3984 |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
37.28% 2543rd/6822 |
25.11% 1576th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Ofelia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ofelia" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.