Ursula
Ursula: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɜː.sjʊ.lə/ · /ˈɜː.ʃʊ.lə/
Meaning and origin of Ursula
- A female given name from Latin.
Etymology
From Latin Ursula, the name of a fourth century saint. Via Proto-Indo-European *h₂ŕ̥tḱos cognate with Arcady.
How popular is Ursula?
Since 1880, 14,811 girls in the U.S. have been named Ursula. Its highest rank for girls was #447 in 1901. In 2025, 29 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Ursula FAQ
What does the name Ursula mean?
A female given name from Latin. From Latin Ursula, the name of a fourth century saint. Via Proto-Indo-European *h₂ŕ̥tḱos cognate with Arcady.
What is the origin of the name Ursula?
Ursula is listed as a name of Latin origin.
How popular is the name Ursula?
Since 1880, 14,811 girls in the U.S. have been named Ursula. Its highest rank for girls was #447 in 1901. In 2025, 29 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Ursula a boy or girl name?
Ursula is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 14,811 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.