Ursula

Female

Meaning

From the little mermaid.

Origin

Latin

Pronunciation

/ˈɜːrsələ/

Traits associated with the name Ursula:

Dogs named Ursula tend to be loving, loyal, brave, and resilient. This feminine name is also associated with companionship, and courage.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Ursula?

That you have a creative and unique sense of humor. Ursula is a popular Disney villain, so it could also suggest that you have a bit of a mischievous side.

Is Ursula a good dog name?

Ursula has more syllables than most dog names, but you can easily give your pup a nickname to shorten things. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Ursula isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

1,370
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1,388
New York City Dog Name Database
1,804
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Ursula is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Popularity: Historical Trend

Ursula was, in the past month, the 2485th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of April 2024, Ursula is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Ursula was viewed 43 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Ursula's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Ursula is most adored in Pennsylvania, Missouri and Massachusetts.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Ohio, District of Columbia and North Carolina.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Ursula.

Most popular breeds named Ursula:

  1. German Shepherd
  2. Pomeranian
  3. Pekingese
  4. Lhasa Apso
  5. Poodle

Ursula is found in these categories:

Gangster Dog Names
gangster

Evokes notorious mob molls, adding a dash of underworld charm.

animal dog names
animal

She's a bear in Latin, perfect for a cuddly canine!

fat dog names
fat

Sea witch in "Little Mermaid" is large, imposing, and lovably gruff.

old fashioned dog names
old-fashioned

Disney's sea witch made this moniker feel vintage and less popular today.

big dog names
big

Ursula means "little bear", perfect for a cuddly, large pooch!

badass dog names
badass

Connotes strength and power, inspired by the sea witch from Disney's "The Little Mermaid", suggesting a fearless and bold personality.

military dog names
military

Derived from "Ursa," meaning bear in Latin, it's often associated with strength and power, traits valued in military contexts.

superhero dog names
superhero

She shares a moniker with a powerful, albeit villainous, Disney sea witch.

guard dog names
guard

She's named after a protective sea witch from Disney lore.

Dog names like Ursula:

Fun and sassy.
The goddess of war, strategy and wisdom in roman mythology
An air of mystery
The most famous of the monster figures known as gorgons in greek mythology
A Marvel character.
plum child
Ursula dog name meaning

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Adrianna (Pennsylvania, United States)
I think Ursula is a good name for a dog who is very tough and strong like my all time favorite Disney villain Ursula.
March 28, 2024

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