Ursula Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Ursula Name at a Glance

Name	Ursula
Meaning	Little bear.
Origin	Russian
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Ursula Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Ursula means “Little bear”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Ursula Name Origin

Our database records Ursula under Russian origin. Browse more Russian baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Ursula a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Ursula is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Ursula

When considering Ursula for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.