Ursula

Pronunciation: [ ERS-uhl-uh ]

Girl Name #5,225 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Ursula is a girl name, recorded for 25 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced ERS-uhl-uh.

Parents who love the name Ursula often also consider Urban, Uriah, Ura .

Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Popularity Rank: #5,225
Total SSA Count: 25

Nicknames

Urs Ury Ursie Ursuie

Similar Names

Urban Uriah Ura Ura Urania Ural Ursule Urbano

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ursula

Is Ursula a boy or girl name?

Ursula is primarily used as a girl name.

How do you pronounce Ursula?

Ursula is pronounced ERS-uhl-uh.

How popular is the name Ursula?

Ursula is currently ranked #5225 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Ursula?

Common nicknames for Ursula include Urs, Ury, Ursie, and Ursuie.

Is Ursula a common or rare name?

Ursula is an uncommon name, ranked #5225 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Ursula

Ursula is a girl name .

Ursula is currently ranked #5,225 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Ursula include Urs, Ury, Ursie, and Ursuie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.