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Name meaning & originUrszula

/oor-SHOO-lah/

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Urszula is a Polish girl's name pronounced /oor-SHOO-lah/. A strong yet charming name meaning little bear, representing both playfulness and resilience.

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Meaning of Urszula

A strong yet charming name meaning little bear, representing both playfulness and resilience.

Urszula is the Polish form of the Latin name Ursula, which is a diminutive of 'ursa' meaning 'she-bear'. The name gained historical prominence through the legend of Saint Ursula, a Romano-British princess who lived during the 4th or 5th century.

Origin
Polish
Pronunciation
/oor-SHOO-lah/

Cultural background

In Poland, the name is a well-established classic that peaked in popularity during the mid-20th century. It is frequently associated with the traditional Polish 'name day' (imieniny) celebrated on October 21st.

Variations & nicknames

  • Ula
  • Urszulka
  • Ulka
  • Urszula
  • Ursula
  • Urszuleczka

Famous people named Urszula

Well-known namesakes — celebrities, historical figures and characters.

  • Urszula Radwańska

    Professional tennis player and winner of the 2007 Wimbledon girls' singles title.

    Sport · 2000s–present

  • Urszula Kasprzak

    Highly successful rock and pop singer known mononymously as Urszula.

    Music · 1980s–present

  • Urszula Dudziak

    Renowned jazz vocalist and composer known for her vocal range and scat singing.

    Music · 1960s–present

  • Urszula Kozioł

    Distinguished poet, novelist, and playwright associated with the 'Współczesność' generation.

    Literature · 1950s–present

  • Urszula Modrzyńska

    Classic film actress best known for her role in the 1960 epic 'Knights of the Teutonic Order'.

    Film · 1950s–1980s

Frequently asked about Urszula

What does Urszula mean?
Urszula is a Polish name of Latin origin meaning 'little she-bear', symbolizing both strength and grace.
How do you pronounce Urszula?
It is pronounced 'oor-SHOO-lah', with the stress on the second syllable and a soft 'sh' sound for the 'sz'.
Is Urszula a boy or girl name?
Urszula is a feminine name used exclusively for girls.
What are common nicknames for Urszula?
The most common Polish diminutive is Ula, followed by more affectionate forms like Urszulka or Ulka.

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