Ulises
Greek · Boy · 3 syllables
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About the name Ulises
Ulises is the Spanish form of Odysseus, derived from Greek origins, meaning "wrathful" or "one who is wrathful" from the Greek root elements related to anger and hatred.
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Etymology
Ulises is the Spanish form of Odysseus, derived from Greek origins, meaning "wrathful" or "one who is wrathful" from the Greek root elements related to anger and hatred. The name is primarily used in Spanish-speaking Catholic cultures and among Christian communities, with historical significance tied to Homer's Odyssey and the legendary Greek hero Odysseus.
Ulises currently ranks #1,043 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2006.
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