How Many People Are Named Ulla?
Complete statistics for the name Ulla: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Ulla, a very rare female name, is held by only 67 people in the US today, making up just 1 in 4,890,662 Americans. The majority of those named Ulla are over 60, giving the name a distinctly older-generation feel despite its recent peak in 2017.
📖 Meaning & Origin
People with the life path number 1 are natural leaders, driven by their ambition and determination.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 52All 97 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2017Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Ulla Through the Generations
Ulla's journey through the generations reveals a name that's both rare and unique. With only 97 recorded births since records began, it's clear that Ulla isn't a common choice. The average age of 52 suggests that while the name peaked in 2017 with 7 births, it remains most popular among older generations. Of the 67 people named Ulla living today, 41% are over 60, indicating a strong preference for the name among older adults. this, Ulla shows signs of rising popularity, hinting at a potential resurgence in younger generations.
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Ulla's Scandinavian roots
📄 About the Name Ulla
How Many People Have the Name Ulla?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 155 people in the United States currently share the name Ulla. That works out to roughly 1 in every 2,138,382 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Ulla a Common or Rare Name?
Ulla is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Ulla Mean?
Ulla means "modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from Scandinavian origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 1.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Ulla in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Ulla Most Popular?
The name Ulla reached peak popularity in 2017, with 7 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Ulla?
Approximately 155 people named Ulla live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 155. That works out to roughly 1 in 2,138,382 Americans.
Is Ulla a rare name?
Ulla is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 2,138,382 Americans has this name.
What does the name Ulla mean?
Ulla means "modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from Scandinavian origins.
Is Ulla more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Ulla are male and 100% are female.
When was Ulla most popular?
Ulla peaked in 2017 with 7 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.