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Meaning of the Name Ursula

Updated January 18, 2026 by Jennifer M.

Ursula

Gender: Female
Origin: Scandinavian
Meaning: Female Bear

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What is the meaning of the name Ursula?

The name Ursula is primarily a female name of Scandinavian origin that means Female Bear.

Different Spellings of the name Ursula:

Ursala

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