Ursinus

Ursinus is a masculine first name and Roman cognomen that carries the meaning "the bear." Its roots lie in Latin, derived from the word ursus, which also means "the bear."

What does the name Ursinus mean?

Ursinus is a masculine first name and Roman cognomen that means "the bear." Its origin is Latin, derived from the word ursus, which translates to "the bear." In Germany, the short form Urs is most commonly used. Other variants include Ursus, Ursin, Uorsin, as well as the French Ours, the Italian Orso or Urso, and the diminutive forms Orsino and Ursino.

Where does the name Ursinus come from?

The name Ursinus has Latin roots and means "the bear." The

How do you pronounce Ursinus?

The pronunciation of Ursinus is three syllables and phonetically harmonious. It is pronounced as "Ur-si-nus" [ʊʁˈziːnʊs], with a dark onset followed by a lighter, stressed middle syllable. The ending "-us" gives it a closed, classical sound. Ursinus conveys an impression of tradition and dignity – a name with clear structure, harmonious sound curve, and historical significance.

When is the name day of Ursinus?

The name day for Ursinus is celebrated on September 30.

Popularity

Ursinus is a rare first name that is hardly used in modern times. In Germany, the shorter form Urs is often used, while the longer variants like Ursinus appear more in historical or literary contexts.

Nicknames & pet names

Ursi

Famous people

• Caspar Ursinus Velius (poet)
• Zacharias Ursinus (scholar)