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Ophelia is a feminine given name, probably derived from the Ancient Greek word ὠφέλεια.
Ophelia is a feminine given name, probably derived from the Ancient Greek word ὠφέλεια.
A girl name with 3 syllables. Currently considered rare.
Explore how the popularity of Ophelia has changed over the last two decades.
Ophelia is a feminine given name, likely derived from the Ancient Greek word ὠφέλεια (ōpheleia), meaning 'help' or 'benefit'. Its popularity surged due to its association with the tragic character Ophelia in William Shakespeare's play Hamlet. The name evokes a sense of beauty, innocence, and melancholy, often linked to nature and doomed romance.
Ophelia Lovibond, Ophelia Dahl
Ophie, Effie, Lia
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