Ursula

[Basketofkittens]

I love the meaning of this name and the fact that it’s the name of my special saint.

Any thoughts?

Hideous name. I didn’t know about the Little Mermaid connection, but it’s still ugly. And I love bears, but not sure why I’d want to call my daughter one!

Purple octopus like chubby sew witch

Sea

Poor unfortunate soul.

I love it, and the sea witch is cool . Mostly love it for the bear meaning though

Incredibly, I have taught 2 Ursulas in the past couple of years. While I immediately thought of The Little Mermaid, the other kids didn't seem to make that connection at all. It's actually quite an elegant name really and I like it.

Always loved it but have nothing but 'sea witch' mentioned when I mention it. Such a shame

Love it! Im far too old for Little mermaid connotations and your daughter will be far too young!

Not keen, reminds me of insular. I know one in her seventies, I don't think it's due a comeback.

I read a book recently “life after life” by Kate Atkinson. Main character is called Ursula and I now have secret love for it! I think it’s quite a brave choice - not very on trend. But use it if you love it! Also love the meaning.

It's an ugly name. Sorry.

I know someone IRL with this name she is around 35 and really beautiful it absolutely suits her. Also her husband has pretentious name so they fit together very well, not sure she could have married a Tom as it would make her name stand out even more. If you like it use it.

I think it's lovely. People do exist in a world not dominated by children's cartoons.

POOR UNFORTUNATE SOULS

I love it.

But then I also adore Gudrun and Maud which no one else can stand ...

I think it’s ugly too.

As a child, I liked watching The little mermaid and I'm a fan of The Friends TV show. Nevertheless, for me, Ursula is a very beautiful name!

Lovely name.

I love it. It’s a strong name and not cutesy. Never seen Little Mermaid cartoon. There isn’t a Ursula in the story.

It's awful. I instantly thought of friends too!

love it :)

An ugly name, imo.

We don’t use the word ‘sexy’ any more (which is a shame as it’s so clear and simple) but ‘Ursula’ has such a strong association with DH Lawrence that any woman bearing the name must surely live a live of deep sensuality and passionate self expression.

Which I’m sure is exactly what you’d want for your DD OP ...

I know someone with that name. It's fine. People say sea witch and all that but I find name associations pass very quickly and soon the name becomes normal.

I think of a friend of my mother’s when I was a child. She was kind. And an acquaintance (40s) who is scatty.
I like the name and its meaning.