Ofelia
Ofelia is a girl name of Greek, via Italian origin, meaning “Help, benefit”.
| Meaning | Help, benefit |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Greek, via Italian |
| Pronunciation | oh-FEH-lyah |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Mexico, Spain, Cuba, Italy |
Meaning and origin of Ofelia
Ofelia is the Spanish form of Ophelia, usually derived from the Greek ophelos, 'help, benefit'. The name was popularised, and possibly first used for a character, by the Italian poet Jacopo Sannazaro in the fifteenth century, and then by Shakespeare in Hamlet, where Ophelia is the young woman whose madness and drowning are among the play's most famous scenes. The film Pan's Labyrinth also has a heroine called Ofelia.
Is Ofelia a religious name?
Ofelia is a literary name with no religious origin.
How popular is Ofelia?
A familiar but uncommon name, more frequent among older generations.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ofelia mean?
Ofelia means 'Help, benefit'. It is of Greek, via Italian origin.
Does Ofelia have a religious meaning?
Ofelia is a literary name with no religious origin.
How do you pronounce Ofelia?
Ofelia is pronounced oh-FEH-lyah.
Is Ofelia a boy or girl name?
Ofelia is usually a girl name.