Baby Boy Names That Start With U

U is quite an uncommon (and underrated) initial for given names in the US. Take Ulysses, a Latin name with an air of unstoppable strength. It works well for a grown-up, but could it suit a child? The Bump forum MelissaMc22 thinks it’s a fantastic choice: “[You can use] 'Uly' (“you-lee”) for short. I realize this isn't everyone's style, but I loved it. I think it's a strong, virtuous name.”

Believe it or not, there are a plethora of boy names that start with U worth your time. If you’re looking for a unique take on a classic, consider Uilleam, a Scottish form of Michael, or Uberto, the Italian form of Hubert.

Ready to take the plunge? Keep scrolling to witness the untapped power of boy names starting with U.

Fun Facts About Boy Names That Start With U

• Ulysses has presidential prowess: Ulysses S. Grant is the only US president to ever have a first name starting with U (so far!). Born as Hiram Ulysses Grant, he reportedly rearranged his name to avoid having the initials H.U.G.

• Biblical and angelic "U" power: Several well-known U names for boys come from Hebrew roots secured in faith. For example there’s Uriah (meaning "my light is Yahweh" or “flame of God” and borne by several figures in the Hebrew Bible), and Uriel (the name of an Archangel associated with illumination).These options stand out from more common choices like Noah and James.

• Universal and unifying: Though rare in English, U names are household favorites in other cultures and languages. Umar is a well-known Arabic name meaning "flourishing," while names like Usain (made famous by sprinter Usain Bolt) and Umed (meaning "hope" in Persian) are classic choices in other parts of the world.