The territorial extent covered by the term Ulster may vary, reflecting the prevalent deep political and cultural divisions.

Political and paramilitary organisations, parties and movements having "Ulster" as part of their name are almost invariably on the Unionist side; military and police units having such names are often accused of a pro-Unionist bias. That is, however, not necessarily the case with names in other spheres including "Ulster". For example, Ulster sports associations and teams often form part of an all-Ireland structure and thus, while not overtly political, are favourably regarded by Irish Nationalists.

Flags

  • The divergent meanings of "Ulster" are reflected in divergent flags:

Linguistics

Sociological terms

Medieval history

17th century history

Early 20th century politics, military, police and paramilitary

Later 20th century/current politics, military, police and paramilitary

Sporting

Institutions and companies

Constituencies

Place-names elsewhere, originally named in honour of the Irish province

Other

  • An ulster (lower case) – a type of overcoat manufactured by the Ulster Overcoat Company in Belfast, which Sherlock Holmes is depicted as wearing
  • An Ulster fry, a dish of various fried meats and breads popular throughout the province of Ulster
  • Ulster, a Brazilian punk band from the 1980s.
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