US Popularity:790
Origin:Greek
Meaning:Sea
Ocean is a Greek baby name meaning “sea”. This gender-neutral baby name is commonly used in the English language and comes from the Ancient Greek name Oceanus. If you love Greek mythology, you’ll love naming baby after one of their oldest Titans. With a name like Ocean, baby can explore the seven seas and experience the world’s greatest phenomena with ease.
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Common Nicknames for Ocean

Nothing is really quite as cute as baby—but the perfect nickname comes close. From the catchy to the cool, the options for Ocean are so sweet you just can’t help but say, “awww!” And we’ve rounded them up for you and your adorable baby below.

How Popular Is The Name Ocean?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Ocean is currently #1342 on The Bump
Girl:Ocean is currently #958 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Ocean is currently #790 in U.S. births
Girl:Ocean is currently #826 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#826
in 2023
- 68
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data

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Sibling Name Ideas

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