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Ulises

“meaning uncertain; possibly to hate or wrathful”

About the name Ulises

Ulises is the Spanish form of Ulysses, which ultimately derives from the Greek name Odysseus. The precise meaning of Odysseus is uncertain, though some scholars suggest it may be related to the Greek words for ‘to hate’ or ‘wrathful.’ Ulises is well known in Spanish-speaking cultures as the name of the legendary hero of Homer’s epic poem ‘The Odyssey,’ celebrated for his intelligence and resourcefulness during his long journey home from the Trojan War.

Meaning
meaning uncertain; possibly to hate or wrathful
Origin
Spanish
Gender
Boy
Pronunciation
oo-LEE-ses(3 syl.)

Variants and spellings

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Middle names for Ulises

  • Ulises Antonio
  • Ulises Miguel
  • Ulises Alejandro
  • Ulises Sebastian
  • Ulises Javier

Questions about Ulises

What does Ulises mean?
Ulises is a Spanish name meaning "meaning uncertain; possibly to hate or wrathful".
How do you pronounce Ulises?
Ulises is pronounced oo-LEE-ses, with emphasis on the second syllable.
What are variants of Ulises?
Variants of Ulises include Ulysses.

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