Ulisses Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ulisses is a name of Latin origin, derived from the Greek Odysseus, meaning 'wrathful' or 'to be angry'. It evolved through different historical forms, maintaining a connection to its heroic roots. The name is linked with traits of adventure and intelligence, with no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity during the Renaissance due to the revival of classical literature.
The name Ulisses is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Ulisses has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled 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 South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Ulisses' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7089th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3008th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2427th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5198th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Ulisses' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ulisses"
Pronunciation
/juːˈlɪsɪs/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Ulisses is derived from the Latin 'Ulixes', which in turn comes from the Greek 'Odysseus'. The name is associated with the hero of Homer's epic poems, particularly the 'Odyssey'.
Meaning
wrathful, to be angry
Language Evolution
Odysseus (Ancient Greek), Ulixes (Latin), Ulisses (Modern usage)
Historical Usage
Ulisses gained popularity during the Renaissance when interest in classical literature and Greek mythology surged.
Variants & Derivatives
Ulysses, Ulis, Odyssius
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Ulisses is perceived as a strong and heroic name, often linked to adventure and intelligence due to its association with the legendary figure Odysseus.
Famous People
Ulisses Guimarães (Brazilian politician), Ulisses Silva (Brazilian footballer)
📊 Ulisses Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 68 peak births in 1999
Geographic Spread
Popular across 4 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ulisses"
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 "Ulisses"
"Ulisses" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7089th of 10718 | 26 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3008th of 16616 | 307 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2427th of 24088 | 747 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5198th of 23106 | 216 |
Regional Popularity of "Ulisses" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
60.78% 2458th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
42.36% 2200th/5194 |
19.42% 1227th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
46.33% 2123rd/4582 |
- |
28.76% 2103rd/7313 |
16.29% 1216th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
47.52% 3242nd/6822 |
46.73% 2933rd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Ulisses" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Ulisses"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ulisses" 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.