Ocean
Ocean is a unisex name of Greek origin meaning “Sea, the great water”, pronounced OH-shun. It ranked #720 in the United States in 2025, given to 375 babies, and peaked at #592 in 2024. Common nicknames: Oshie, Shen.
How popular is Ocean in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Ocean mean, and where does it come from?
Ocean comes through Latin from the Greek Okeanos, the great river the ancients believed encircled the world and the Titan who personified it. As a name it is part of the nature-word group that includes River, Sky and Forest, and it is given to girls and boys in nearly equal numbers. American records hold it from 1974, and it entered the top thousand in 2020. The poet and novelist Ocean Vuong, who chose the name himself as a teenager, has given it its most considered bearer.
How is Ocean used around the world?
Ocean is used in 1 languages worldwide.
TypeUnisex name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Ocean?
Famous People Named Ocean
- Ocean Vuong — Vietnamese-American poet and novelist
- Frank Ocean — American singer and songwriter, in the surname position
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Ocean mean?
Ocean is a unisex name of Greek origin meaning "Sea, the great water." Ocean comes through Latin from the Greek Okeanos, the great river the ancients believed encircled the world and the Titan who personified it. As a name it is part of the nature-word group that includes River, Sky and Forest, and it is given to girls and boys in nearly equal numbers.
How do you pronounce Ocean?
Ocean is pronounced OH-shun. Common variations include Oceane, Oceana, Océan.
Is Ocean a unisex name?
Yes, Ocean is traditionally a unisex name. Popular nicknames include Oshie, Shen.