200+ Inspired Ocean Names for Babies

Diminutive of Welsh Maredudd, the original (masculine) form of Meredith.

Double whammy: the expression "Seward's folly" and inevitable sewer jokes.

A fresh and summery — if rather long — color that sounds namelike, but is extremely rarely used.

This striking name is little-known outside Spain. As an o-ending girl name, it would make even more impact than Juno or Calypso.

In Slovenia, Maca is more common as an independent name than its parent name Marija.

Pania is a possible alternative to Tania, if you want to go the New Zealand rather than Russian route.

Associated with archetypal folksinger Pete Seeger.

Sounds like a displaced Dr. Seuss character.

Slovene Mia cognate, rarely seen in the US.

Tonwen is another name for Gwen, the mother of Saint Cybi and sister of Non (who was the mother of St David, patron saint of Wales). An unusual -wen ending option.

A unique and vintage-feeling combo name, borne by silent child film star Ethelmary Oakland.

A way to feminize Seabrook, if you want a name that is gender-neutral in sound but not appearance.

Like many Japanese names, Manami has several possible meanings. This sea-themed one is very appealing.

Friendly Slavic rarity.

The title of a Maori poem and also used to reference Mary, mother of Jesus, adapted from the Latin Marian title Stella Maris "star of the sea".

Variant of Maris

Seagrass plays an important role in the aquatic ecosystem. They are the only plants that can flower underwater and provide food and shelter to many organisms. Seagrasses also improve water quality, slowing down pollution, and help prevent coastal erosion. Those passionate about marine conservation may find Seagrass a meaningful name — probably as a middle, unless you're particularly brave.

Variant of Marisa