At a glance
- In short
- Ulas is a Turkish name with a strong, masculine presence. Pronounced "oo-LAHSS," it's unique and sophisticated, also available as the variation Ula.
- U.S. rank 2025
- Not in the 2025 data · last seen 1947 (#3,733)
- Babies in 1947
- 5 (<0.01% of boys)
- Peak
- #2,742 in 1934
- First recorded
- 1913
Meaning of Ulas
Originating from Turkish, the name Ulas holds a strong and masculine presence. Pronounced as "oo-LAHSS," (/uˈlaʃ/), this name is unique and carries an air of sophistication. In terms of variations, Ula is another option that captures the essence of this distinct moniker. While not widely popular in the United States, Ulas has made occasional appearances on the baby name charts throughout history. It had its peak usage in 1939 when it ranked 2829 among newborn boys. The name Ulas is associated with qualities such as strength, determination, and resilience, making it a meaningful choice for parents seeking a name that embodies these characteristics.
How to pronounce Ulas
Turkish
- Pronounced oo-LAHSS /uˈlaʃ/
Popularity of Ulas in the U.S.
Ulas was last recorded in the U.S. in 1947, ranked #3,733 with 5 babies. It peaked at #2,742 in 1934. It first appears in the records in 1913.
- Rank among U.S. boy names (right scale, #1 at the top)
Year-by-year table, 1913–1947 15 rows
| Year | Babies | Rank | vs previous year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1947 | 5 | 3,733 | back (not recorded in 1940–1946) |
| 1939 | 7 | 2,829 | ▲ 705 |
| 1938 | 5 | 3,534 | back (not recorded in 1935–1937) |
| 1934 | 8 | 2,742 | back (not recorded in 1930–1933) |
| 1929 | 9 | 2,766 | ▲ 310 |
| 1928 | 8 | 3,076 | ▲ 704 |
| 1927 | 6 | 3,780 | ▼ 641 |
| 1926 | 8 | 3,139 | back (not recorded in 1923–1925) |
| 1922 | 5 | 4,307 | ▼ 1,503 |
| 1921 | 10 | 2,804 | back (not recorded in 1920) |
| 1919 | 6 | 3,736 | ▲ 443 |
| 1918 | 5 | 4,179 | ▼ 1,223 |
| 1917 | 8 | 2,956 | back (not recorded in 1916) |
| 1915 | 7 | 3,082 | back (not recorded in 1914) |
| 1913 | 5 | 2,821 | new |
Notable people named Ulas
- Ulas Samchuk was a Ukrainian writer and independence advocate known for his controversial Nazi collaboration and antisemitism.
- Ulas Tuna Astepe is a Turkish actor.