Scandinavian name
Ulla
Will, determination; short form of Ursula or Ulrika traditions in Scandinavia.
- Typical use
- female
- Syllables
- 2
- Regions
- Sweden, Denmark, Finland
- International spelling
- high
About this name
Ulla is a Scandinavian girl name with ties to Sweden, Denmark, Finland. It is often discovered by parents searching for Nordic baby names, Scandinavian name ideas, Old Norse-inspired names, or Viking-era names with a modern feel.
Will, determination; short form of Ursula or Ulrika traditions in Scandinavia.
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Themes
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- Matilda — Battle-mighty; used in Swedish as Matilda/Matilda variants.
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- Astrid — Divine beauty; from Old Norse elements meaning god and beautiful.
- Bodil — Remedy in battle or command battle; Old Norse bót (remedy) + hildr (battle).
- Ebba — Boar or strong; from Old Norse elements (interpretations vary).