Boy Name · Greek Origin
Ulysses
Ulysses — 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 Ulises is on your shortlist, Ulysses belongs in the same conversation.
Ulysses meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Wounded in the thigh
Origin: Greek naming roots help connect Ulysses to related Greek baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Ulysses as U·L·Y·S·S·E·S, with 7 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Ulysses is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Ulysses variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Ulyssesa, Ulyssese, Ulyssesy, Ulysse.
- Nicknames: Ulys and U.
- Middle names: Pair Ulysses with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Ulysses middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Ulises, Ulysees, Ulyses, Ulysess, Ulysee pair naturally with Ulysses.
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Frequently asked about Ulysses
What does the name Ulysses mean?
Ulysses means "Wounded in the thigh" and is of Greek origin.
What is the origin of Ulysses?
Ulysses originates in Greek naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Ulysses?
Ulysses has 7 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Ulysses a boy's or girl's name?
Ulysses is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Ulysses in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Ulysses sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Ulysses?
Names that share Ulysses's sound and style include Ulises, Ulysees, Ulyses, Ulysess, Ulysee.
What middle names pair well with Ulysses?
Good middle-name fits for Ulysses pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Ulysses is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Ulysses is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Ulysses?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Ulysses share its rhythm without rhyming — Ulises, Ulysees, Ulyses all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.