Ulysses
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
18,509 Total Births
145 Years of Data
1999 Peak Popularity Year
272 Peak Births

Ulysses Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

The name Ulysses has its roots in Latin, derived from the Greek 'Odysseus', meaning 'wrathful'. It has evolved through various languages, including Ancient Greek and Latin, to its current form in English. The name is associated with qualities of adventure and intelligence, though it does not have biblical significance. Ulysses gained popularity during the Renaissance due to classical literature and remains known through figures like Ulysses S. Grant.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ulysses"

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Pronunciation

/juːˈlɪsiːz/

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Origin

Latin

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Etymology

The name Ulysses is derived from the Latin 'Ulixes', which is the Latin form of the Greek name 'Odysseus'. The name is associated with the hero of Homer's epic poem, the 'Odyssey'.

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Meaning

wrathful

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Language Evolution

Odysseus (Ancient Greek), Ulixes (Latin), Ulysses (English)

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Historical Usage

The name gained popularity during the Renaissance period, particularly due to the influence of classical literature, and remains well-known in Western culture through various adaptations of the 'Odyssey'.

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Variants & Derivatives

Ulisse (Italian), Ulises (Spanish), Ulysse (French)

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Modern Popularity & Image

Ulysses is often viewed as a symbol of adventure and intelligence, reflecting the traits of the legendary hero. It is less common today but retains a strong literary and historical association.

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Famous People

Ulysses S. Grant - 18th President of the United States, Ulysses Simpson Grant - notable Civil War general, Ulysses Aldrovandi - Italian naturalist

📊 Ulysses Name Trend Analysis

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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable
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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable

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✨ Ulysses Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Less Common name with 272 peak births in 1999

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 34 US states, with strongest presence in South Carolina

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 11 different American generations with varying popularity

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ulysses"

Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Yearly Ranking History of "Ulysses"

"Ulysses" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 439th of 7545 2,949
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 486th of 6773 2,644
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 597th of 7552 3,030
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 766th of 10718 1,821
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 824th of 16616 2,327
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 945th of 24088 3,054
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 1140th of 23106 2,074
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Girl 9107th of 9107 5
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 9204th of 9204 5
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 12526th of 12526 5
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 23525th of 27321 10

Regional Popularity of "Ulysses" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
53.32%
755th/1416
49.96%
689th/1379
12.38%
293rd/2366
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
49.35%
763rd/1546
45.31%
705th/1556
14.15%
333rd/2353
73.11%
1131st/1547
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
32.02%
713th/2227
27.98%
680th/2430
15.39%
439th/2853
35.89%
996th/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
27.31%
802nd/2937
19.58%
682nd/3483
19.41%
683rd/3518
18.42%
745th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
25.70%
947th/3685
22.48%
1006th/4475
17.37%
902nd/5194
9.05%
572nd/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
26.43%
1211th/4582
33.46%
1728th/5164
14.75%
1079th/7313
7.95%
593rd/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
35.59%
1418th/3984
38.04%
1707th/4487
19.95%
1361st/6822
11.78%
739th/6276

Regional Popularity of "Ulysses" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
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Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
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Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
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State-by-State Popularity of "Ulysses"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Ulysses" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.

Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Ulysses" in the United States

The name Ulysses is most popular in South Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Ulysses has been falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Ulysses' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 439th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 486th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 597th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 766th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 824th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 945th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1140th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 9107th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 9204th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 12526th out of 12526 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 23525th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Ulysses' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Infographic: Ulysses name meaning, origin, and popularity trends in the United States (US baby name analysis chart)
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