Find out how popular the first name Uliana has been for the last 19 years (from 2005 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Uliana by gender

Based on the last 19 years of data, Uliana is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Uliana.

The history of the first name Uliana

The name Uliana has its roots in the Russian language, derived from the Latin name Juliana. It was originally a feminine form of the Roman family name Julianus, which itself was derived from the ancient Roman name Julius. The name Julius is believed to have originated from the word "ioulos," meaning "downy-bearded" or "young man" in ancient Greek.

In the early days of Christianity, the name Juliana gained popularity as a Christian name. It was borne by several early Christian martyrs, including Saint Juliana of Nicomedia, who was tortured and executed during the Diocletian persecution in the 4th century AD. Her story and her steadfast faith in the face of adversity made her a revered figure in the early Christian church.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Uliana can be found in the Russian Orthodox tradition, where it was used as a variant of Juliana. The Russian Imperial House of Romanov had several notable members with the name Uliana, including Grand Duchess Uliana Alexeyevna (1688-1718), the daughter of Tsar Alexis I and the sister of Peter the Great.

In the 17th century, Uliana Konstantinovna Viazemskaia (1610-1675) was a prominent Russian noblewoman and landowner. She was known for her philanthropic work and her support of the Russian Orthodox Church.

Another notable figure in Russian history was Uliana Lazarevna (1598-1677), the wife of Tsar Mikhail Feodorovich Romanov. She played a crucial role in securing the Romanov dynasty's claim to the Russian throne during a turbulent period in the country's history.

In the 20th century, Uliana Naidenko (1905-1987) was a Soviet actress who achieved fame for her roles in several classic films, including "The Youth of Maxim" (1935) and "Zoya" (1944).

While the name Uliana has its roots in the Russian and Eastern European cultural traditions, it has also been adopted in various other countries and cultures over time, with variations in spelling and pronunciation.

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