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Ulysses vs London

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

London

Boy #1,208 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"great river, wide flowing water"

Origin: Celtic/Latin

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,208
Total SSA Count
167
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ulysses Rank #1,291
London Rank #1,208

London is more popular, ranked #1208 vs #1291 for Ulysses.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ulysses or London more popular?

London is more popular, ranked #1208 compared to Ulysses at #1291 in the United States.

What do Ulysses and London mean?

Ulysses means "difficult journey" (Greek origin). London means "great river, wide flowing water" (Celtic/Latin origin).

Are Ulysses and London boy or girl names?

Ulysses is primarily a boy name. London is primarily a boy name.

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