Ursula
Ursula is a Christian girl name of Latin origin, meaning “Little bear”.
| Meaning | Little bear |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Latin |
| Pronunciation | UR-suh-luh |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Germany, Poland, United Kingdom, Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Ursula
Ursula comes from the Latin ursa, 'she-bear', with a diminutive ending, so it means 'little bear'. It is known through Saint Ursula, a legendary British princess said to have been martyred at Cologne with many companions; her story is largely legend. The Ursuline order of nuns, founded in Italy in 1535, is named after her. Modern bearers include writer Ursula K. Le Guin and actress Ursula Andress.
Is Ursula a Christian name?
Ursula is a Christian name honouring Saint Ursula, patron of schoolgirls and of the Ursuline teaching order.
How popular is Ursula?
Familiar across Europe, though now uncommon for babies.
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Spellings and variants of Ursula
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ursula mean?
Ursula means 'Little bear'. It is of Latin origin.
Is Ursula a Christian name?
Ursula is a Christian name honouring Saint Ursula, patron of schoolgirls and of the Ursuline teaching order.
How do you pronounce Ursula?
Ursula is pronounced UR-suh-luh.
Is Ursula a boy or girl name?
Ursula is usually a girl name.