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Abbas vs Ulysses

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Abbas

Boy #1,882 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lion"

Origin: Arabic

Cultural Roots

Arabic Persian Turkish Muslim

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,882
Total SSA Count
85
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Abbas Rank #1,882
Ulysses Rank #1,291

Ulysses is more popular, ranked #1291 vs #1882 for Abbas.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Abbas or Ulysses more popular?

Ulysses is more popular, ranked #1291 compared to Abbas at #1882 in the United States.

What do Abbas and Ulysses mean?

Abbas means "lion" (Arabic origin). Ulysses means "difficult journey" (Greek origin).

Are Abbas and Ulysses boy or girl names?

Abbas is primarily a boy name. Ulysses is primarily a boy name.

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