More details about the name “Ofelia”
Greek girl names like Ofelia derive from the Greek word opheleia. It means help or advantage best known from Shakespeare’s play Hamlet where Ophelia is a tragic character. This name symbolizes innocence, love and madness. In Spanish-speaking countries and regions like Italy, it is a popular and elegant name often associated with grace and tragedy due to its literary roots.
Classic girl names include Ofelia is linked to the number 6 in numerology symbolizing compassion, care and responsibility. It is not as common in English-speaking countries it remains a modern choice in various European cultures. From traditional to modern girl names that start with O offers a perfect balance of elegance and uniqueness.
This name produces both artistic and emotional qualities making a rich combination of historical, literary, and symbolic significance. Famous people of this name include Ophelia Dahl, daughter of author Roald Dahl. She is a co-founder of the global health organization Partners In Health. This name has a more regional presence and does not frequently rank in the top 1000 baby names.
Source: Social Security Administration, Girl Names Data