What is the origin of the name Ulyssa?

Ulyssa is a name of Greek origin.

How popular is the name Ulyssa?

Ulyssa is currently ranked #11001 in the United States and is stable in popularity.

How do you pronounce Ulyssa?

Ulyssa is pronounced yoo-LISS-ah.

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Ulyssa

yoo-LISS-ah

Popularity

#11001

stable

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Greek

Total Births

221

Peak Year

#19 in 2000

First Recorded

1984

Style

Mythological, Strong & Bold

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Ulyssa is a feminine form of Ulysses, which is the Latinized form of Odysseus, a Greek hero from Homer's epic poems.

Nickname Watch

Lyssa Ula

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Numerology

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Nicknames

Lyssa Ula

Spelling Variations

Ulissa Odessa

Similar Names

Penelope Athena Calliope Aurora

Personality Traits

adventurousintelligentbraveresourceful

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