Ursa Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationUR-sah / /ˈɜːrsə/Latin; English
Meaning
Latin: bear; English: derived from Latin
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Ursa is derived from the Latin word for 'bear'. It is often associated with the constellation Ursa Major, which translates to 'Great Bear'. In Roman mythology, Ursa was sometimes linked to the goddess Diana, who was associated with hunting and wildlife. The name has been used in various cultures, particularly in literature and astronomy.
Trend Summary
The name Ursa has seen limited use in the United States, maintaining a low profile in terms of popularity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ursula
International Variants
- Ursa (Latin)
- Ursula (German)
- Ursule (French)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ursa was first seen in the United States in 1924. Ursa has ranked as high as #1361 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Ursa has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ursa
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1924 | 7 |
| 1929 | 5 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 15 |
| 2024 | 7 |