Ofelia
Meaning of Ofelia
Ofelia is a feminine name with various origins and associations. It is pronounced differently in American English as oh-FEEL-yuh (/oʊˈfiːljə/), British English as oh-FEE-lee-uh (/əʊˈfiːliə/), and Spanish as oh-FEH-lee-ah (/oˈfeli.a/). One of the most well-known associations with the name Ofelia is from William Shakespeare's play "Hamlet," where the character Ophelia plays a tragic role. The name has seen moderate popularity in recent years, ranking around 2000th in the United States. However, it has a longer history, dating back to at least the early 1900s when it ranked within the top 1500 names. With its elegant sound and literary connection, Ofelia is a beautiful choice for parents seeking a unique yet timeless name for their baby girl.
Pronunciation
British English
- Pronunced as oh-FEE-lee-uh (/əʊˈfiːliə/)
American English
- Pronunced as oh-FEEL-yuh (/oʊˈfiːljə/)
Spanish
- Pronunced as oh-FEH-lee-ah (/oˈfeli.a/)
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Notable People Named Ofelia
| María Ofelia Medina Torres is a Mexican actress, singer, and screenwriter known for her work in Mexican films, and she was married to film director Alex Philips Jr. and actor Pedro Armendáriz Jr. |
| Ofelia Echague Vera was a pioneering Paraguayan painter and educator, known for her influence on modern art in Paraguay and her impact on the role of women in the country's plastic arts. |
| Ofelia Fernández is a prominent Argentine politician and activist, known for being the youngest member of the Buenos Aires City Legislature, elected at the age of 19. |
| Ofelia Zepeda is a prominent Tohono O'odham poet, linguist, and academic known for her work in preserving and promoting the Tohono O'odham language and culture. |
| Ofelia Uribe de Acosta was a Colombian suffragist. |
| Ofelia Esparza is a Chicana altar installation artist and educator based in East Los Angeles, California. |
