Ula Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: OO-lah /ˈuː.lə/
Origin: Irish; Polish
Meaning: Irish: jewel; Polish: light
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Ula has its roots in the Old Norse language, deriving from the word "ulfr," which means "wolf." This etymological connection highlights the significance of wolves in Norse mythology and culture, where they were often associated with strength, ferocity, and loyalty. The name Ula is also linked to the Gaelic word "úlla," meaning "apple," which adds a layer of natural imagery and symbolism to its meaning.
The transition of the name into English likely occurred through the influence of Scandinavian settlers in the British Isles during the Viking Age, around the 8th to 11th centuries, as Old Norse names permeated local cultures and languages. Historically, Ula has been used in various cultures, particularly in Scandinavian and Celtic contexts.
In the early medieval period, names derived from animals, such as Ula, were common and often reflected the characteristics admired by those societies. The name has also been associated with several saints and historical figures, although specific references are less prominent compared to other names.
The use of Ula in literature and folklore can be traced back to these early cultural narratives, where names often carried significant meaning and were chosen for their symbolic value. Culturally, Ula resonates with themes of nature and strength, embodying qualities that were revered in ancient societies.
The name's connection to the wolf symbolizes courage and resilience, while its association with the apple suggests a link to fertility and abundance. Such associations have contributed to the name's endurance over the centuries, as it reflects values that have been celebrated across different cultures.
Although diminutive forms or variations may exist, Ula itself remains a distinct name with rich historical and cultural significance.
Famous people named Ula
In this section, you will find notable people named Ula. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Ula who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Ula Kaczmarek is a Polish artist best known for her contemporary paintings and installations.
Ula Kaczynska is a Polish scientist best known for her research in molecular biology and genetics.
Fictional characters named Ula
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Ula is a fictional character from the video game series The Legend of Zelda. She is a member of the Zora race and plays a significant role in the story of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild.
Sibling suggestions
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ula was first seen in the United States in 1880.
Ula has ranked as high as #1748 nationally, which occurred in 1924, and has been most popular in Georgia, Ohio, Louisiana, Kentucky, and Missouri.
In the past 5 years the name Ula has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Ula is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Ula was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Ula.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 2024 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 2022 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 2021 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 2019 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 2016 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 2015 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 2014 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 2013 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 2012 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 2010 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 2009 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 2007 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 2006 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 2005 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 2003 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 2002 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 2001 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 2000 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1996 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1981 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1977 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1976 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1975 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1972 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1971 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1970 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1969 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1968 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1966 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1964 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1963 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 1962 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1960 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1959 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1958 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1957 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 1955 | 15 | 0 | 15 |
| 1954 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1953 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1952 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1951 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 1950 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 1949 | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| 1948 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1947 | 15 | 0 | 15 |
| 1946 | 15 | 0 | 15 |
| 1945 | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| 1944 | 18 | 0 | 18 |
| 1943 | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| 1942 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1941 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 1940 | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| 1939 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 1938 | 20 | 0 | 20 |
| 1937 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 1936 | 27 | 0 | 27 |
| 1935 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 1934 | 29 | 0 | 29 |
| 1933 | 21 | 0 | 21 |
| 1932 | 18 | 0 | 18 |
| 1931 | 31 | 0 | 31 |
| 1930 | 30 | 0 | 30 |
| 1929 | 33 | 0 | 33 |
| 1928 | 21 | 0 | 21 |
| 1927 | 40 | 0 | 40 |
| 1926 | 44 | 5 | 39 |
| 1925 | 36 | 0 | 36 |
| 1924 | 64 | 8 | 56 |
| 1923 | 52 | 0 | 52 |
| 1922 | 51 | 8 | 43 |
| 1921 | 37 | 0 | 37 |
| 1920 | 48 | 5 | 43 |
| 1919 | 54 | 0 | 54 |
| 1918 | 37 | 0 | 37 |
| 1917 | 36 | 5 | 31 |
| 1916 | 40 | 0 | 40 |
| 1915 | 30 | 0 | 30 |
| 1914 | 23 | 0 | 23 |
| 1913 | 15 | 0 | 15 |
| 1912 | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| 1911 | 15 | 0 | 15 |
| 1910 | 22 | 0 | 22 |
| 1909 | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| 1908 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 1907 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 1906 | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| 1905 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1904 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 1903 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1902 | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| 1901 | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| 1900 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 1899 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1898 | 22 | 0 | 22 |
| 1897 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1896 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 1895 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1894 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1893 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1891 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1890 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 1889 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 1887 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1885 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 1884 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1882 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1880 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Top States for Ula (1944)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NC | 5 |