Ulyssa Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationyoo-LIS-uh / juːˈlɪsəGreek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: Wrathful; Latin: To be free
Historical & Cultural Background
Ulyssa is a feminine form of the name Ulysses, which has roots in Greek mythology. Ulysses is known as the hero of Homer's epic poem, the Odyssey. The name has been used in various cultures and languages, often associated with themes of adventure and resilience. It has gained popularity in modern times as a unique alternative to more common names.
Trend Summary
Ulyssa has seen a modest rise in popularity in recent years, remaining relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ulyssia
International Variants
- Ulissea (Italian)
Famous people named Ulyssa
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ulyssa was first seen in the United States in 1984. Ulyssa has ranked as high as #1264 nationally, which occurred in 2000, and has been most popular in Texas, and California. In the past 5 years the name Ulyssa has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ulyssa (2000)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1997 | 18 |
| 1998 | 15 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 19 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2010 | 13 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 9 |