Ulanda
A feminine name derived from the Old French name Ulande or Ulende.
Name Census estimates that about 318 living Americans carry the first name Ulanda. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Ulanda today is around 54 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Ulanda births was 1972 (24 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Ulanda. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
318
~ 1 in 1,077,844 Americans
Peak year
1972
24 babies that year
Average age
54
years old
1992 SSA rank
#15,525
Tracked since 1950
Popularity
Ulanda: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Ulanda from the 1950s through to the 1990s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1970s, with 162 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1970s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Ulanda by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Ulanda during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Ulanda
The name Ulanda is believed to have originated from the Germanic languages, specifically from Old Norse and Old English. It is a combination of two words: "ul" meaning "wolf" and "landa" meaning "land" or "territory." The name can be interpreted as "the land of the wolves" or "the territory where wolves roam."
In ancient times, the name Ulanda was closely associated with the Viking culture and the Norse mythology. The wolf was a revered and symbolic animal in Norse legends, often representing strength, loyalty, and the untamed wilderness. It is possible that the name was initially given to children born in areas known for their wolf populations or where the wolf held significant cultural significance.
The earliest recorded usage of the name Ulanda can be traced back to the 9th century AD, during the height of the Viking Age. There are mentions of individuals bearing this name in the Icelandic sagas and the Norse literary works of that era, although specific details about their lives and accomplishments are scarce.
One of the earliest known historical figures with the name Ulanda was a Viking warrior who lived in the late 9th century. He is mentioned in the Landnámabók, the medieval Icelandic book of settlements, as one of the first settlers in Iceland. Unfortunately, not much is known about his life or deeds beyond this brief reference.
In the 12th century, there was a renowned Scandinavian scholar and scribe named Ulanda Eriksdottir, who was known for her exceptional calligraphy and her work in preserving ancient Norse texts. She is credited with transcribing and copying several important manuscripts, ensuring their survival for future generations.
Another notable figure was Ulanda Magnusdottir, a 14th-century Icelandic chieftain and landowner. She played a significant role in the political affairs of her time and was known for her leadership skills and diplomatic negotiations.
In the 16th century, Ulanda Thorvaldsdottir was a famous Icelandic poet and storyteller. Her works were widely celebrated for their vivid imagery and captivating tales, and she was considered a master of the oral tradition of her time.
The name Ulanda also appeared in various literary works and historical records throughout the centuries, although its popularity and usage declined over time as the Norse culture and traditions faded into history.
People
Ulanda + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Ulanda as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with U
Other first names starting with U with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Ulanda: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Ulanda?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 318 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Ulanda going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 1,077,844 US residents.
Is Ulanda a common name?
We classify Ulanda as "Very Rare". It ranks above 79.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 364 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Ulanda most popular?
The single biggest year for Ulanda was 1972, when 24 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Ulanda is about 54 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Ulanda a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Ulanda in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.