Ulrik
Meaning of Ulrik
Ulrik is a strong and unique name with Scandinavian origins. It is predominantly used for baby boys. The name Ulrik has various pronunciations across different Scandinavian countries. In Danish, it is pronounced as OOL-rik (/ˈuːl.ʁik/), while in Swedish and Norwegian, it is pronounced as OOL-rik (/ˈʉːlrɪk/). The name Ulrik has a variation called Ulrich.
Although not widely popular in the United States, Ulrik has been steadily gaining recognition over the years. According to data from recent years, it has been given to around five to eight newborn boys each year, with a slight fluctuation in ranking. As of 2022, Ulrik was ranked 12,269th in terms of occurrence among baby names.
The name Ulrik carries an air of strength and individuality. It may appeal to parents who are looking for a distinctive yet elegant name with Scandinavian roots for their son. Its rarity adds to its charm and makes it stand out among more common names.
Pronunciation
Danish
- Pronunced as OOL-rik (/ˈuːl.ʁik/)
Swedish,Norwegian
- Pronunced as OOL-rik (/ˈʉːlrɪk/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Ulrik
| Ulrik of Denmark - Prince Ulrik John of Denmark was the son of King Frederick II of Denmark and held the titles of Duke of Holstein and Schleswig, Bishop of Schleswig, and Administrator of the Prince-Bishopric of Schwerin. |
| James John Ulrik Plesner was a Danish architect known for his work in Sri Lanka and Israel. |
| Jens Ulrik Munther is a Swedish singer-songwriter, actor, and multi-instrumentalist known for his successful albums and being signed to Universal Music Sweden. |
| Ulrik Adolph Plesner, also known as Ulrik Plesner, was a pioneering Danish architect known for his influence on National Romantic style and his designs in Skagen, Jutland. |
| Ulrik Arneberg is a Norwegian football defender. |
