Find out how popular the first name Ulissa has been for the last 11 years (from 1997 to 2007) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Ulissa by gender

Based on the last 11 years of data, Ulissa is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2007, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Ulissa.

The history of the first name Ulissa

The name Ulissa finds its origins in ancient Greek culture, dating back to the classical era. It is derived from the Greek word "odysseia," meaning "journey" or "odyssey." This connection suggests that the name may have been originally associated with ideas of adventure, travel, and exploration.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Ulissa can be found in Homer's epic poem, the Odyssey, where it appears as a variant spelling of the name Ulysses, the Latin form of the Greek Odysseus. In the poem, Ulysses embarks on a long and perilous journey home after the Trojan War, facing numerous challenges and obstacles along the way.

Throughout Greek mythology, there are several notable characters bearing the name Ulissa or its variants. One such figure is Ulissa, a nymph who was said to have been the mother of the seer Calchas. Another is Ulissa, a daughter of the king of Arcadia, who was renowned for her beauty and was pursued by many suitors.

In the Middle Ages, the name Ulissa gained popularity in certain regions of Europe, particularly in areas influenced by Greek and Roman culture. One notable figure from this period is Ulissa de Vertus, a 12th-century French noblewoman and patron of the arts, who is known for her support of poets and troubadours.

During the Renaissance, the name Ulissa experienced a resurgence in popularity, likely due to the renewed interest in classical literature and mythology. One notable bearer of the name from this era is Ulissa Andrioli, an Italian painter and engraver active in the 16th century, who is particularly known for her portraits and religious works.

In the 19th century, the name Ulissa was occasionally used in literary works, reflecting the ongoing fascination with classical themes. For instance, Ulissa appears as a character in the novel "The Last Days of Pompeii" by Edward Bulwer-Lytton, published in 1834.

Other notable individuals named Ulissa throughout history include Ulissa Greenlaw, a 19th-century American writer and activist who advocated for women's rights and abolition; Ulissa Cazelet, a 20th-century French painter known for her landscapes and still lifes; and Ulissa Vian, a contemporary Italian poet and translator.

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