Ulysses
girl nameUlysses entered the US charts in 1921, peaked at #4218 in 1933, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1921–2025
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rank today
#4218
peak (1933)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #5099 |
| 1930s | #4218 |
| 1960s | #6578 |
| 1980s | #10912 |
| 1990s | #13147 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Ulysses are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Ulysses alive today was born around 1962, making them about 63 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ulysses in 2025?
- Ulysses is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Ulysses most popular?
- Ulysses peaked in 1933, reaching #4218 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Ulysses with classmates?
- Ulysses will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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