At a glance
- In short
- Ulysses is a strong and unique name with a rich history, originating from the Greek hero Odysseus. It carries associations of bravery and resilience.
- U.S. rank 2025
- Not in the 2025 data · last seen 1969 (#4,404)
- Babies in 1969
- 5 (<0.01% of boys)
- Peak
- #2,964 in 1943
- First recorded
- 1924
Meaning of Ulyesses
Ulysses is a strong and unique name with a rich history. It originates from the Greek name Odysseus, the legendary hero of Homer's epic poem "The Odyssey." Ulysses is commonly pronounced as yoo-LY-uh-seez in English. This name has been given to a small number of newborn boys in the United States over the years, with occasional fluctuations in popularity. Ulysses carries associations of bravery, intelligence, and resilience due to its connection to the heroic character. If you're looking for a distinctive and meaningful name for your son, Ulysses might be an excellent choice.
How to pronounce Ulyesses
English
- Pronounced yoo-LY-uh-seez /juˈlajɛsɛz/
Popularity of Ulyesses in the U.S.
Ulyesses was last recorded in the U.S. in 1969, ranked #4,404 with 5 babies. It peaked at #2,964 in 1943. It first appears in the records in 1924.
- Rank among U.S. boy names (right scale, #1 at the top)
Year-by-year table, 1924–1969 6 rows
| Year | Babies | Rank | vs previous year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | 5 | 4,404 | back (not recorded in 1964–1968) |
| 1963 | 6 | 3,646 | back (not recorded in 1956–1962) |
| 1955 | 5 | 3,886 | back (not recorded in 1944–1954) |
| 1943 | 7 | 2,964 | back (not recorded in 1930–1942) |
| 1929 | 7 | 3,247 | back (not recorded in 1925–1928) |
| 1924 | 6 | 3,867 | new |