Penlea

English

"enclosed meadow"

Penlea Origin and Meaning

The name Penlea is a boy's name.

Penlea is an unusual masculine name with possible Celtic or English origins. It may be a compound name combining 'pen', which in Celtic languages means 'head' or 'top of', with 'lea', an Old English term for 'meadow' or 'clearing'. This would give it the poetic meaning of 'top of the meadow' or 'head of the clearing'. Penlea is extremely rare, with very little documented usage in naming records. The name has a gentle, nature-inspired quality that balances its masculine assignment. Its uniqueness makes it stand out while still being relatively straightforward to pronounce. Penlea might appeal to parents seeking a name with natural imagery and an uncommon profile.