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Ulyses

Boy Name #16,288 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Ulyses is a boy name, recorded for 7 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Ulyses often also consider Ula, Ulysses, Ulla .

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #16,288
Total SSA Count: 7

Alternative Spellings

Ulysses #1291

Nicknames

Uly Ulyie Ulysie Ulysy

Similar Names

Ula Ulysses Ulla Ulysees Ulma Ulysse Ulis Ulmer

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ulyses

Is Ulyses a boy or girl name?

Ulyses is primarily used as a boy name.

How popular is the name Ulyses?

Ulyses is currently ranked #16288 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Ulyses?

Common nicknames for Ulyses include Uly, Ulyie, Ulysie, and Ulysy.

Is Ulyses a common or rare name?

Ulyses is an uncommon name, ranked #16288 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Ulyses

Ulyses is a boy name .

Ulyses is currently ranked #16,288 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Ulyses include Uly, Ulyie, Ulysie, and Ulysy. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Ulyses include Ulysses . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.