Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Ophelia.
National Rank (2025)
#264
All-Time Peak Rank
#232 (1882)
Total U.S. Births
25,770
Unisex Distribution0.1% Boy / 99.9% GirlBalance: Single-Gender Archetype
💡 The Ophelia Vibe: This choice is considered a Rising Star. A high-velocity modern choice demonstrating rapid, sustained growth in recent registries.
📖 The Story Behind Ophelia
According to SSA data, Ophelia achieved its highest historical rank of #232 in 1882. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 2024 with 1,223 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have increased by 328.6%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 146 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Ophelia scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Rising
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
+328.6% Growth
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record1,223Births in 2024
Years in Top 100
0yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
146Years
Historical VolatilityHighly Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:580
1890s:899
1900s:1,236
1910s:2,372
1920s:3,276
1930s:1,948
1940s:1,392
1950s:1,388
1960s:720
1970s:397
1980s:295
1990s:252
2000s:474
2010s:3,981
2020s:6,560
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesOp-he-lia
Letter Count7 Letters
Spelling ComplexityModerate
Linguistic Profile Narrative: It is an isogram, meaning no two letters are repeated. Longer than 54.1% of SSA names. Starts with O, a letter used by only 1.4% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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