Ulyana Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationoo-LYAH-nah / uˈljɑ.nəSlavic; Greek
Meaning
Shining light (Slavic); Wrathful (Greek)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Slavic cultures, Ulyana is often associated with brightness and light, reflecting positive qualities. The name is a variant of the more common name Yulia, which has roots in the Latin name Julius. In Greek, Ulyana can be linked to the name Ulysses, which carries connotations of wrath and adventure, stemming from the epic tales of Homer. The name has been embraced in various Slavic countries, often symbolizing beauty and grace.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Ulyana
- Olyana
- Yuliana
International Variants
- Juliana (Spanish); Yuliya (Russian); Uljana (Lithuanian)
Famous people named Ulyana
Ulyana Sergeenko — fashion designer.
Ulyana Lopatkina — ballet dancer.
Fictional characters named Ulyana
Ulyana — The Last Guardian.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ulyana was first seen in the United States in 2000. Ulyana has ranked as high as #1365 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in California, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Ulyana has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ulyana (2017)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 | |
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 18 |
| 2016 | 15 |
| 2017 | 21 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 5 |