Ulisis
A male name from Latin meaning "Odysseus", the hero from Homer's epic.
Name Census estimates that about 12 living Americans carry the first name Ulisis. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Ulisis today is around 29 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Ulisis births was 1992 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Ulisis. 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.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Ulisis. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
12
~ 1 in 28,562,862 Americans
Peak year
1992
6 babies that year
Average age
29
years old
2000 SSA rank
#10,287
Tracked since 1992
Popularity
Ulisis: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Ulisis from the 1990s through to the 2000s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 6 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Ulisis 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 Ulisis 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 Ulisis
The name Ulisis is derived from the ancient Greek name Odysseus, which is a romanized version of the Greek Οδυσσεύς (Odússeús). This name is most famously associated with the hero of Homer's epic poem the Odyssey, which is believed to have been written in the 8th century BC. Odysseus was known for his intelligence, wit, and craftiness, which helped him survive the Trojan War and his long journey home to Ithaca.
The name Odysseus is thought to be derived from the Greek verb odussomai, which means "to be wrathful" or "to hate." This may be a reference to Odysseus's cunning and determination in overcoming obstacles, as well as his ability to endure hardships and challenges.
One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Odysseus was in the Odyssey itself, where the hero is referred to by this name throughout the epic poem. The name Ulisis is a later variation that emerged in the Middle Ages, likely due to the influence of Latin and other Romance languages on the Greek name.
A notable historical figure named Ulisis was Ulises de la Cruz (1601-1688), a Mexican painter and sculptor of the Baroque period who is considered one of the most important artists of the Spanish colonial era in New America. His work often depicted religious themes and was influenced by the styles of European masters.
Another individual named Ulisis was Ulises Heureaux (1845-1899), who was the President of the Dominican Republic from 1882 to 1899. He played a significant role in the country's history and was known for his authoritarian rule and efforts to modernize the Dominican Republic.
In the realm of literature, Ulises is the Spanish translation of the title of James Joyce's iconic novel "Ulysses," which was first published in 1922. The novel's protagonist, Leopold Bloom, is a modern-day parallel to Homer's Odysseus, and the story follows his wanderings through Dublin on a single day.
One of the most famous literary figures named Ulisis was Ulises Carrión (1941-1989), a Mexican-born writer, bookmaker, and artist who was a key figure in the international mail art and artists' books movements. He is known for his experimental and unconventional approach to literature and art.
Finally, in the realm of sports, Ulises Javier Hernández Pérez (born 1988) is a prominent Mexican professional footballer who has played for several clubs, including Manchester United and West Ham United in the English Premier League. He is known for his goalscoring ability and has represented the Mexican national team in multiple World Cup tournaments.
People
Ulisis + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Ulisis as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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Other names starting with U
Other first names starting with U with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Ulisis: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Ulisis?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 12 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Ulisis 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 28,562,862 US residents.
Is Ulisis a common name?
We classify Ulisis as "Very Rare". It ranks above 32.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 12 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Ulisis most popular?
The single biggest year for Ulisis was 1992, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Ulisis is about 29 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Ulisis in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Ulisis a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Ulisis in the SSA data are male. 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.
Is Ulisis still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Ulisis in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Ulisis can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
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.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have the name Ulisis?
If you just want to know how many people share the name Ulisis, HowManyOfMe.org gives you the headline number in one glance.