Masculine dossier · first seen 1880

Ulysses

Stable Cross-generational persistence
Peak era
1999
Peak births
272
Current vitality
Fragile
Peak generation
Gen Z
1880Peak 19992025
peak 1999 2025 18801900192019401960198020002020

Quick answers about Ulysses

How many people are named Ulysses?

An estimated 11,893 living Americans are named Ulysses.

How rare is Ulysses?

Ulysses is uncommon among babies today, with 169 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 37.9% from its 1999 peak.

How old is the typical Ulysses?

The median age of a living American named Ulysses is approximately 34 years, with most bearers falling between 18 and 59 years old.

Is Ulysses still popular?

Yes. Ulysses is holding steady, with 169 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.

Peak year
1999
Decline from peak
37.9%
2025
169
All-time
18,655