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Christian Name · Irish/Gaelic Origin
Ultan Meaning — Origin & Biblical Significance
Ultan
boy
Ultan means "Man of Ulster; Bearded one", a boy's name of Irish/Gaelic origin. The name Ultan does not appear in the King James Bible; it is chosen by Christian families for its meaning rather than for a person in Scripture. Ultan is divinely placed — times appointed, bounds determined, known before the belly, the man sanctified for his exact place and purpose.
Is Ultan in the Bible?
No — the name Ultan does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Man of Ulster; Bearded one", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Ultan.
Pronunciation:/UL-tan/
OriginIrish/Gaelic
MeaningMan of Ulster; Bearded one
What does Ultan mean?
Ultan is a boy name of Irish/Gaelic origin meaning "Man of Ulster; Bearded one". Ultan is the man of his land — and God placed every person in their appointed time and place.
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What does Ultan mean in the Bible?
Ultan means "Man of Ulster; Bearded one" and is a name of Irish/Gaelic origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
Ultan is the man of his land — and God placed every person in their appointed time and place. 'And hath made of one blood all nations of men for to dwell on all the face of the earth, and hath determined the times before appointed, and the bounds of their habitation.' Ultan is exactly where God placed him.
What does the Bible say about the meaning of Ultan?
Ultan is not a name the King James Bible uses, so the passages below are quoted for the meaning they share with it — "Man of Ulster; Bearded one" — not because Scripture names anyone Ultan.
"Before I formed thee in the belly I knew thee; and before thou camest forth out of the womb I sanctified thee."
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Which books of the Bible mention Ultan?
Ultan is mentioned across 2 books of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Ultan?
Ultan is divinely placed — times appointed, bounds determined, known before the belly, the man sanctified for his exact place and purpose.
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Names that pair well with Ultan
Sibling sets, middle-name combinations, and complementary pairings chosen for matching origin, meaning, and similar syllable weight.
Keira
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"Dark-haired; Little dark one"
Ultan & Keira
Maeve
girl
"She who intoxicates; The cause of great joy"
Ultan & Maeve
Rowan
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"Little red one; Rowan tree"
Ultan & Rowan
Rowan
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"Little red-haired one; Rowan tree"
Ultan & Rowan
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"Freedom; Liberty"
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Brenna
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"Raven-haired; Little drop of water"
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Ultan name meaning: frequently asked questions
Common questions about the name Ultan
Can I download a free King James Bible PDF to study the name Ultan?
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Where can I read the full biblical context for Ultan?
You can read every verse where Ultan appears in the King James Bible by downloading the free KJV PDF or reading online. The download page also includes a bookmarked Book of Psalms KJV PDF for easy reference.