Ulrike
German · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Ulrike
Ulrike is a German feminine form of Ulrich, derived from the Old High German elements "uodal" (heritage/property) and "rīc" (ruler/power), meaning "wealthy ruler" or "hereditary ruler." The name is primarily used in German-speaking cultures and Scandinavian countries, with notable historical figures including German swimmer Ulrike Richter and RAF member Ulrike Meinhof.
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Etymology
Ulrike is a German feminine form of Ulrich, derived from the Old High German elements "uodal" (heritage/property) and "rīc" (ruler/power), meaning "wealthy ruler" or "hereditary ruler." The name is primarily used in German-speaking cultures and Scandinavian countries, with notable historical figures including German swimmer Ulrike Richter and RAF member Ulrike Meinhof.
Ulrike currently ranks #11,407 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1964.
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