What origin is the name Ulys?

Ulys comes from Greek naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

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Names from the same greek tradition pair naturally with Ulys — for example Sophia, Chloe, Sofia. You can browse more on our greek names page.

Ulys

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Ulys

Ulys

Boy

Greek

2 syllables

Ulys is a Greek boy's name meaning "A short, modern form of the Greek name Ulysses, which means to hate or one who is angry.".

With Greek roots, Ulys is a boy name that means "A short, modern form of the Greek name Ulysses, which means to hate or one who is angry.". At just 4 letters, it is short and easy to say. It has 2 syllables.

Origin: Greek
Gender: Boy
Syllables: 2

Last updated 24 October 2026.

Meaning

A short, modern form of the Greek name Ulysses, which means to hate or one who is angry.

Popularity

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What does Ulys mean?

Ulys is a boy name of Greek origin meaning "A short, modern form of the Greek name Ulysses, which means to hate or one who is angry.".

How popular is Ulys?

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Sister names that go with Ulys

Sophia Chloe Sofia Zoey Penelope Zoe

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Name numerology

4is the Chaldean number for Ulys.

Number 4 is linked with stability, hard work and loyalty.

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Ulys means "A short, modern form of the Greek name Ulysses, which means to hate or one who is angry." — these names share that spirit.

Mia — "Mia is a Scandinavian and German short form of Maria. In Italian and Spanish, mia also means 'mine'." (Scandinavian)
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Mila — "Mila is a Slavic name from the word milu, meaning 'gracious' or 'dear'. It is also a short form of Ludmila and Camila." (Slavic)
Alexa — "Alexa is a short form of Alexandra, from the Greek, meaning 'defender of people'." (Greek)
Liam — "Liam is the Irish short form of William, from Germanic words meaning 'will' and 'helmet', so 'resolute protector'." (Irish)
Lucas — "Lucas is the Latin form of Luke, from the Greek Loukas, meaning 'man from Lucania', a region of southern Italy." (Greek)
Avery — "Avery is an English surname from the Norman form of Alberich, a Germanic name meaning 'elf ruler'." (English)
Ella — "Ella comes from the Germanic element alia, meaning 'other' or 'all'. It is also used as a short form of Eleanor and Ellen." (English)