200+ Inspired Ocean Names for Babies

A fairly common name in Turkey, referring to the north wind blowing off the Aegean Sea.

A pretty and little-known Spanish smoosh name, combining Maria with Celia.

Anahita is the name of the water goddess who rules, among other things, fertility and wisdom. Associated with Venue, Anahita is a stylish Iranian name for girls.

Gwenora teeters on the line between unique gem and modern invention. But it's not a smoosh name fashioned from Gwen and Nora but an old Cornish form of Guinevere, like its much more famous sister Jennifer.

Mirren is a lively and attractive Scottish name, popular in its native country but best known outside Scotland as the surname of the English actor Dame Helen Mirren. It is thought to be a Scottish derivative of the name Marion, from Mary.

Short, sweet and appealing, Eione is a little used name from Greek mythology, borne by one of the Nereids, the sea nymph daughters of Nereus. Derived from the element eion, this name relates to the shore and the beach, making it a compelling choice for those looking for something to honor a love for the coast.

As a Japanese name, Umina derives from umi, meaning "sea", combined with a range of other kanji characters.

The Spanish and Portuguese word for "sea" is a Top 100 name in Spain. In America, it's sometimes used as a nickname for names like Martina and Marina, but it could also plausibly stand on its own.

An Italian word name that somehow feels incomplete in itself.

In Finnish mythology, Ahti (also known as Ahto) was a heroic character and god of the sea, rivers and fishing, also referred to as Saarelainen ("Islander").

The name of the resort city on Spain's Costa del Sol is pronounced mar-BAY-a, setting it apart from the bella-name competition -- though many English speakers won't realize that. And it probably doesn't matter unless you pointedly want to reference the place via your daughter's name. Marbella, with the Ls pronounced, is a pretty choice given to about 100 baby girls each year.

Marilee is one of the cheeriest – if least substantial – combinations of Mary with another name.

Derya is a unisex name in its native Turkey, though even there it is far more popular for women than for men. It is related to the Persian name Daria, which also means sea.

A bold and energetic Hawaiian name which blends two fashionable favorites: Kai and Koa.

A beautiful elaboration on the Polynesian name Moana "sea", made famous by the 2016 Disney film of the same name. It is also a New Zealand place name.

A blend of Mervyn and Marvin that is every bit as dated as either of the originals. That -erv sound is difficult no matter what. Mervin is still used today among Amish families.

Another culture's take on the Hailey/Halle phenomenon.

Friendly Slavic rarity.

Unusual alternative to Fisher with a brisker surname appeal.