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  1. Elphaba - Wikipedia

    Elphaba Thropp (/ ˈɛlfəbə ˈθrɒp / ⓘ) is a fictional character created by Gregory Maguire as the protagonist of his 1995 novel Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West.

  2. Elphaba Thropp - Wicked Wiki

    Elphaba Thropp, also known as the Wicked Witch of the West, is the main protagonist of Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West. She is a reimagining of the Wicked Witch …

  3. Why Is Wicked's Elphaba Green, and What Does Her Name Mean?

    Nov 27, 2024 · What does the name Elphaba mean? And why is the Wicked Witch of the West green? Gregory Maguire says it was a way to honor Wizard of Oz writer L. Frank Baum.

  4. Wicked author reveals what the name 'Elphaba' actually means

    Dec 2, 2024 · Wicked fans are only just realising what name 'Elphaba' actually means. The name of actress Cynthia Erivo's character is super unique - something which has prompted fans of …

  5. 'Wicked' fans stunned after finding out what 'Elphaba' actually …

    Fans of the beloved Broadway musical Wicked and followers of its new cinematic adaptation are rediscovering the intriguing world of Gregory Maguire’s creation, particularly the character …

  6. Elphaba’s Name in 'Wicked' Has a Deeper Meaning That Ties

    Nov 23, 2024 · Elphaba's name in Wicked has a deeper meaning that ties back to the author of The Wizard of Oz.

  7. Wicked For Good: Cynthia Erivo on why she loves playing Elphaba

    Nov 9, 2025 · The actress on performing the new song, her proudest moment (No Good Deed), why she gave Elphaba freckles

  8. I’ve Wondered If Glinda Knows Elphaba Is Alive At The End Of …

    Dec 20, 2025 · Does Glinda know that Elphaba is alive at the end of Wicked: For Good? Cynthia Erivo shares her thoughts on the debated ending.

  9. Learn more about Elphaba, Cynthia Erivo's Wicked character | Out.com

    Nov 15, 2024 · From the original Wicked Witch of the West in The Wizard of Oz to the newest version of Elphaba played by Cynthia Erivo, here's everything you need to know about the …

  10. Elphaba - Wikiwand

    Elphaba Thropp (/ ˈɛlfəbəˈθrɒp / ⓘ) is a fictional character created by Gregory Maguire as the protagonist of his 1995 novel Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West.