Looking for the perfect ocean-inspired name for your baby girl?
This curated list of 51+ beachy ocean names is here to inspire you.
Each name is infused with the beauty and serenity of the sea, offering you a unique and tranquil option for your little one.
Enjoy the naming process!
1. Coral
- Meaning: Sea growth, reef formation
- Nicknames: None needed
- Origin: Latin
- Popularity: Rare, with a natural oceanic charm
- Similar Names: Coraline, Pearl, Cora
2. Marina
- Meaning: From the sea
- Nicknames: Mari
- Origin: Latin
- Popularity: Common, with a strong oceanic connection
- Similar Names: Maris, Mira, Malia
3. Oceana
- Meaning: Ocean
- Nicknames: Ocie, Ana
- Origin: Greek
- Popularity: Rare, with a mystical oceanic vibe
- Similar Names: Oceane, Nereida, Moana
4. Pearl
- Meaning: Gem of the sea
- Nicknames: None needed
- Origin: Latin
- Popularity: Classic and timeless
- Similar Names: Coral, Cora, Opal
5. Sandy
- Meaning: Defender of mankind
- Nicknames: None needed
- Origin: Greek
- Popularity: Common and cheerful
- Similar Names: Sandrine, Sandy, Selena
6. Isla
- Meaning: Island
- Nicknames: None needed
- Origin: Scottish
- Popularity: Rising in popularity with a natural charm
- Similar Names: Ivy, Ailsa, Lila
7. Summer
- Meaning: Season of warmth
- Nicknames: Sum
- Origin: English
- Popularity: Popular and bright
- Similar Names: Sunny, Autumn, Breeze
8. Coraline
- Meaning: Coral
- Nicknames: Cora
- Origin: English
- Popularity: Unique, with a natural oceanic flair
- Similar Names: Coral, Caroline, Cora
9. Nami
- Meaning: Wave
- Nicknames: None needed
- Origin: Japanese
- Popularity: Rare and exotic, with a strong oceanic meaning
- Similar Names: Naomi, Waverly, Nereida
10. Bay
- Meaning: Coastal inlet
- Nicknames: None needed
- Origin: English
- Popularity: Rare, with a modern, breezy appeal
- Similar Names: Brooke, Bree, Cove
11. Selene
- Meaning: Moon goddess
- Nicknames: Sela, Lena
- Origin: Greek
- Popularity: Unique and celestial
- Similar Names: Selena, Serena, Luna
12. Azure
- Meaning: Sky blue
- Nicknames: Azzie
- Origin: Spanish
- Popularity: Rare, with a calm, ocean-like feel
- Similar Names: Sky, Blue, Indigo
13. Sirena
- Meaning: Mermaid
- Nicknames: Siri
- Origin: Greek
- Popularity: Rare and mythical, with a strong ocean connection
- Similar Names: Serena, Selene, Ariel
14. Malia
- Meaning: Calm
- Nicknames: Lia, Mali
- Origin: Hawaiian
- Popularity: Popular in Hawaii, with a tropical vibe
- Similar Names: Maria, Maya, Leilani
15. Kai
- Meaning: Sea
- Nicknames: None needed
- Origin: Hawaiian
- Popularity: Growing in popularity, with a cool oceanic feel
- Similar Names: Skye, Cove, Bay
16. Nerida
- Meaning: Sea nymph
- Nicknames: Neri
- Origin: Greek
- Popularity: Rare and enchanting, with a magical appeal
- Similar Names: Nereida, Ariel, Marina
17. Dune
- Meaning: Sand hill
- Nicknames: None needed
- Origin: English
- Popularity: Rare and breezy, with a strong beachy feel
- Similar Names: Bree, Sandy, Waverly
18. Anemone
- Meaning: Windflower, sea creature
- Nicknames: Annie
- Origin: Greek
- Popularity: Rare and whimsical, with a nature-inspired feel
- Similar Names: Ariel, Coraline, Pearl
19. Ariel
- Meaning: Lion of God
- Nicknames: Ari
- Origin: Hebrew
- Popularity: Timeless and popular, with a strong mermaid connection
- Similar Names: Aria, Sirena, Selene
20. Breeze
- Meaning: Gentle wind
- Nicknames: Bree
- Origin: English
- Popularity: Rare, with a light and airy feel
- Similar Names: Bay, Breezy, Sky
21. Laguna
- Meaning: Lagoon
- Nicknames: None needed
- Origin: Spanish
- Popularity: Rare and geographic, with a calm, water-inspired feel
- Similar Names: Maris, Moana, Isla
22. Moana
- Meaning: Ocean
- Nicknames: None needed
- Origin: Polynesian
- Popularity: Popular, with a strong oceanic and cultural tie
- Similar Names: Maris, Marina, Kai
23. Maris
- Meaning: Of the sea
- Nicknames: Mari
- Origin: Latin
- Popularity: Rare and elegant, with a strong oceanic feel
- Similar Names: Marina, Mira, Moana
24. Tallulah
- Meaning: Leaping water
- Nicknames: Tally, Lulu
- Origin: Native American
- Popularity: Unique and flowing, with a nature-inspired meaning
- Similar Names: Leilani, Savannah, Talia
25. Nixie
- Meaning: Water sprite
- Nicknames: None needed
- Origin: Germanic
- Popularity: Rare and mystical, with a whimsical vibe
- Similar Names: Nereida, Mira, Isla
26. Delphi
- Meaning: Dolphin
- Nicknames: Del
- Origin: Greek
- Popularity: Rare and ancient, with a strong oceanic meaning
- Similar Names: Delphine, Marina, Oceane
27. Calypso
- Meaning: To conceal, cover
- Nicknames: Caly
- Origin: Greek
- Popularity: Rare and mythological, with a unique oceanic appeal
- Similar Names: Calliope, Selene, Coral
28. Mira
- Meaning: Sea, ocean
- Nicknames: None needed
- Origin: Latin
- Popularity: Gaining popularity, with a simple, elegant feel
- Similar Names: Maris, Marina, Mia
29. Ondine
- Meaning: Little wave
- Nicknames: Onnie
- Origin: Latin
- Popularity: Rare and graceful, with a strong connection to the sea
- Similar Names: Mira, Oceane, Marina
30. Avalon
- Meaning: Island of apples
- Nicknames: Ava
- Origin: Celtic
- Popularity: Rare and magical, with an island-inspired feel
- Similar Names: Isla, Ivy, Aveline
31. Zarya
- Meaning: Water priestess
- Nicknames: Zari
- Origin: Slavic
- Popularity: Rare and strong, with a mythical oceanic connection
- Similar Names: Zara, Zora, Isla
32. Skye
- Meaning: Sky
- Nicknames: None needed
- Origin: Scottish
- Popularity: Popular and airy, with a light and breezy feel
- Similar Names: Kai, Azure, Skylar
33. Leilani
- Meaning: Heavenly flower
- Nicknames: Lei, Lani
- Origin: Hawaiian
- Popularity: Popular in Hawaii, with a tropical oceanic feel
- Similar Names: Malia, Kailani, Lilia
34. Cora
- Meaning: Maiden
- Nicknames: None needed
- Origin: Greek
- Popularity: Classic and elegant
- Similar Names: Coral, Clara, Cara
35. Aqua
- Meaning: Water
- Nicknames: None needed
- Origin: Latin
- Popularity: Rare, with a cool and fresh feel
- Similar Names: Azure, Kai, Waverly
36. Delphine
- Meaning: Dolphin
- Nicknames: Del
- Origin: French
- Popularity: Rare and graceful, with a strong oceanic tie
- Similar Names: Delilah, Delphi, Oceane
37. Coralina
- Meaning: Coral
- Nicknames: Cora, Lina
- Origin: Latin
- Popularity: Unique, with a charming, natural vibe
- Similar Names: Coral, Coraline, Caroline
38. Ariel
- Meaning: Lion of God
- Nicknames: Ari
- Origin: Hebrew
- Popularity: Timeless and strong, with a mermaid connection
- Similar Names: Aria, Sirena, Selene
39. Kaimana
- Meaning: Power of the ocean
- Nicknames: Kai, Mana
- Origin: Hawaiian
- Popularity: Rare, with a strong oceanic meaning
- Similar Names: Kai, Kailani, Moana
40. Seara
- Meaning: Sea
- Nicknames: None needed
- Origin: Irish
- Popularity: Rare and flowing, with a direct ocean connection
- Similar Names: Sierra, Serena, Selene
41. Maren
- Meaning: Of the sea
- Nicknames: Mari
- Origin: Latin
- Popularity: Unique and elegant, with a tranquil feel
- Similar Names: Marina, Maris, Mira
42. Cordelia
- Meaning: Daughter of the sea
- Nicknames: Cora, Delia
- Origin: Celtic
- Popularity: Rare, with a strong and regal feel
- Similar Names: Cora, Delia, Coral
43. Nerissa
- Meaning: Sea nymph
- Nicknames: Neri
- Origin: Greek
- Popularity: Rare and mystical, with a strong oceanic meaning
- Similar Names: Nixie, Mira, Sirena
44. Talise
- Meaning: Lovely water
- Nicknames: Tali
- Origin: Native American
- Popularity: Rare and beautiful, with a serene, oceanic feel
- Similar Names: Tallulah, Talia, Leilani
45. Oceane
- Meaning: Ocean
- Nicknames: Oce
- Origin: French
- Popularity: Rare, with a smooth and elegant sound
- Similar Names: Oceana, Moana, Mira
46. Brooke
- Meaning: Small stream
- Nicknames: None needed
- Origin: English
- Popularity: Common and strong, with a nature-inspired feel
- Similar Names: Bree, Bay, Sky
47. Shelly
- Meaning: Little rock by the sea
- Nicknames: Shell
- Origin: English
- Popularity: Rare, with a strong and breezy appeal
- Similar Names: Shelby, Coral, Isla
48. Kailani
- Meaning: Sea and sky
- Nicknames: Kai, Lani
- Origin: Hawaiian
- Popularity: Rare and tropical, with a strong oceanic connection
- Similar Names: Leilani, Kai, Moana
49. Darya
- Meaning: Sea
- Nicknames: Dari
- Origin: Persian
- Popularity: Rare and exotic, with a calm oceanic feel
- Similar Names: Delilah, Mira, Nerida
50. Waverly
- Meaning: Meadow of quivering aspens
- Nicknames: Wave, Wavy
- Origin: English
- Popularity: Rare and breezy, with a strong beachy feel
- Similar Names: Wesley, Bay, Skye
51. Delmare
- Meaning: Of the sea
- Nicknames: Del, Mari
- Origin: French
- Popularity: Rare, with an elegant and sophisticated oceanic appeal
- Similar Names: Maris, Marina, Oceane
52. Bayou
- Meaning: Small, slow-moving stream
- Nicknames: None needed
- Origin: French
- Popularity: Rare, with a nature-inspired and coastal charm
- Similar Names: Bay, Brooke, Cove
53. Laguna
- Meaning: A body of water separated from the sea
- Nicknames: Lani
- Origin: Spanish
- Popularity: Unique, with a calm and coastal vibe
- Similar Names: Maris, Moana, Kailani
54. Harbor
- Meaning: Shelter for ships
- Nicknames: None needed
- Origin: English
- Popularity: Rare and peaceful, with a strong oceanic connection
- Similar Names: Bay, Cove, Maren
55. Marina
- Meaning: From the sea
- Nicknames: Mari
- Origin: Latin
- Popularity: Common, with a timeless oceanic feel
- Similar Names: Maris, Mira, Moana
56. Oceana
- Meaning: Ocean
- Nicknames: Ocie, Ana
- Origin: Greek
- Popularity: Rare, with a mystical oceanic appeal
- Similar Names: Oceane, Maris, Mira
57. Seabrook
- Meaning: Stream by the sea
- Nicknames: Sea, Brooke
- Origin: English
- Popularity: Unique, with a refreshing coastal sound
- Similar Names: Brooke, Cove, Maren
I hope this list of 51+ beachy ocean names has inspired you and made your naming journey a little easier.
No matter which name you choose, it will carry the beauty and calm of the ocean, reflecting the love and care you’ve put into selecting the perfect name for your little one.
Enjoy the process, and happy naming!