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Ocean and River Inspired Baby Names

SoDallas3
By SoDallas3
Updated Thu May 25 2023
All names water-inspired!
  1. Ara

    • Origin:

      Armenian

    • Meaning:

      "king"

    • Description:

      Simple and yet distinctive, Ara is a mythological name of a famously handsome king. Although it originated as a boys' name, in the contemporary US, it's now much more commonly used for girls.
  2. Ariel

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "lion of God"

    • Description:

      Ariel is a male Biblical name, seen there as the messenger of Ezra, and also used as a symbolic name for the city of Jerusalem, while Shakespeare used it for a (male) sprite in The Tempest.
  3. Avalon

    • Origin:

      Celtic

    • Meaning:

      "island of apples"

    • Description:

      Avalon, an island paradise of Celtic myth and Arthurian legend--it was where King Arthur was taken to recover from his wounds-- and also the colorful capital of the California island of Catalina-- makes a heavenly first name. Actress Rena Sofer and British musician Julian Cope used it for their daughters.
  4. Azura

    • Description:

      Azura is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. It derives from the Persian word "lazward" meaning blue or azure, and is connected to the blue gemstone lapis lazuli. In Hebrew tradition, Azura appears in some texts as the name of Adam's wife before Eve. The name evokes images of clear blue skies and the brilliant blue color of the azure stone. With its exotic sound and meaningful connection to nature, Azura has gained modest popularity in recent decades as parents seek names with both beauty and substance. The name carries a mystical quality while remaining accessible and pronounceable, making it an increasingly attractive choice for parents seeking something uncommon yet melodic.
  5. Azure

    • Origin:

      English color name

    • Meaning:

      "sky blue"

    • Description:

      Azure is a colorful gender-neutral choice, currently used equally for baby girls and boys in the US. It refers to a specific shade of blue seen in a cloudless sky. Elon Musk recently revealed Azure to be the name of his daughter with Shivon Zilis, twin sister to Strider. While X and Y didn't stand a chance at greater popularity, parents may be inspired to use the name Azure following this celebrity endorsement.
  6. Adrielle
    • Adva
      • Aquamarine
        • Avonmora
          • Bay

            • Origin:

              English word, Old English

            • Meaning:

              "an inlet of the sea where the land curves inward; berry"

            • Description:

              Like River and Lake, a cool, refreshing modern water-related choice. This name is also associated with bay leaves, the bay laurel, the contemporary term of endearment, "bae", and the Old English word beġ meaning "berry"
          • Beach

            • Origin:

              Nature name, English word name

            • Meaning:

              "a shore of a body of water"

            • Description:

              With the tide coming in on a new wave of word names, this one just might catch on, especially for parents who relish sun, sand, and surf. Forest lovers can spell it Beech, like the tree.
          • Beck

            • Origin:

              Short form of Rebecca or English

            • Meaning:

              "one living beside a small stream"

            • Description:

              Although the single-named singer is male, this might be a girl's nickname name or a sleek nature name that's perfect in the middle.
          • Beryl

            • Origin:

              Greek

            • Meaning:

              "sea-green jewel"

            • Description:

              Dated British favorite that never caught on in this country, where Jade remains the green gem of choice. Interesting namesakes: British writer Beryl Bainbridge and British aviatrix Beryl Markham.
          • Breeze

            • Origin:

              Word name

            • Description:

              Most will see this as a refreshing middle name possibility, but Bristol Palin baby daddy Levi Johnston used it as a first name for his new daughter, Breeze Beretta.
          • Briny

            • Description:

              Briny is an uncommon feminine name with nautical associations, evoking the saltiness of the sea. Derived from 'brine,' meaning salt water, the name carries oceanic imagery and a connection to maritime themes. Briny has an old-world, whimsical quality reminiscent of nautical folklore and seaside traditions. Though rare as a given name, it might appeal to families with strong connections to coastal living or sailing heritage. The name has a light, playful sound with its two syllables and bright ending. Briny's distinctiveness makes it memorable, while its connection to nature aligns with contemporary naming trends favoring environmental elements. For those seeking a highly unusual name with clear maritime associations, Briny offers a charming option that immediately conjures images of ocean waves and sea breezes.

          • Brook

            • Origin:

              English nature name

            • Meaning:

              "small stream"

            • Description:

              Brooke variation – or is the other way around? – that makes it more a nature name, less an eighties-style androgynous name.
          • Brooks

            • Origin:

              English

            • Meaning:

              "of the brook"

            • Description:

              A nature name, a word name, and a surname name, Brooks has plenty of cool factor. It gives off cowboy vibes and a sporty feel, while also maintaining a smart, collected image.
          • Belva
            • Calder

              • Origin:

                English

              • Meaning:

                "rocky water"

              • Description:

                Artistic associations with the sculptor who invented the mobile make this one of the more creative surname choices.
            • Caspian

              • Origin:

                Place name

              • Meaning:

                "white"

              • Description:

                One of the most romantic of appellations, Caspian is a geographical name referring to the large salty sea between Asia and Europe. It's also the name of the hero of C.S. Lewis's beloved Chronicles of Narnia, Prince Caspian.