Holding steady.
Popularity of Ulysees since 1902
Babies named Ulysees per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1932, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Ulysees's real moment was 1902.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 5 |
| 1910s | 26 |
| 1920s | 79 |
| 1930s | 100 |
| 1940s | 77 |
| 1950s | 80 |
| 1960s | 24 |
| 1970s | 6 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Ulysees is a rare variant spelling of Ulysses, itself the Latinized form of Odysseus, the legendary Greek hero of Homer's epics. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1902, marking its peak year for usage, but it has never ranked among the top 1,000 names. Over the decades, its usage has remained stable but exceedingly uncommon. Despite its low frequency, the name carries the literary and mythological weight of its ancient origin. The variant spelling with an extra 'e' distinguishes it from the more common Ulysses, offering a unique option for parents drawn to classical names. Ulysees has not been associated with any particular states in terms of concentration, reflecting its widespread but rare occurrence.
Ulysees is a variant spelling of Ulysses, which is the Latinized form of the Greek name Odysseus. In Homer's epic poems, Odysseus was the king of Ithaca and a central figure in the Trojan War. The name's meaning is uncertain, possibly derived from Greek 'odyssomai' meaning 'to be wrathful' or 'to hate'. The spelling Ulysees, with the extra 'e', emerged as a less common alternative, particularly in the United States from the early 20th century onward.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Uly, Sees
Sibling names for Ulysees
Names that share Ulysees's style, for a brother or sister.
