Boy Name · Greek Origin
Ulises
Ulises — a boy name from the Greek tradition — is an uncommon, standout choice. Its meaning, "Wounded in the thigh", anchors the name in something deeper than sound alone. If Ulysses is on your shortlist, Ulises belongs in the same conversation.
Ulises meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Wounded in the thigh
Origin: Greek naming roots help connect Ulises to related Greek baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Ulises as U·L·I·S·E·S, with 6 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Ulises is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Ulises variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Ulisesa, Ulisese, Ulisesy, Ulise.
- Nicknames: Uli and U.
- Middle names: Pair Ulises with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Ulises middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Ulysses, Ulyses, Ulysees, Ulysess, Ulysee pair naturally with Ulises.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Ulises
What does the name Ulises mean?
Ulises means "Wounded in the thigh" and is of Greek origin.
What is the origin of Ulises?
Ulises originates in Greek naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Ulises?
Ulises has 6 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Ulises a boy's or girl's name?
Ulises is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Ulises in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Ulises sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Ulises?
Names that share Ulises's sound and style include Ulysses, Ulyses, Ulysees, Ulysess, Ulysee.
What middle names pair well with Ulises?
Good middle-name fits for Ulises pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Ulises is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Ulises is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Ulises?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Ulises share its rhythm without rhyming — Ulysses, Ulyses, Ulysees all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.