812 Baby Names with Meanings Sea

Bless your little one with a name as deep, calm, and wise as the ocean.

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Last Updated on Nov 4, 2024

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The sea fascinates people everywhere, making baby names that mean ‘sea’ popular worldwide. Often seen as symbols of beauty, power, and depth, these names carry meanings of life, creation, and adventure. Choosing a name inspired by the sea can bring calm, mystery, and strength to your child’s name, making it a timeless choice for new parents.

Names meaning ‘sea’ have roots in mythologies and legends across cultures. For example, Irish mythology has Muirgen, Norse mythology has Ægir, Welsh mythology includes Llŷr, and Greek mythology features Okeanos. Ancient Semitic mythology also includes sea-inspired names like Asherah and Yam. Some of these names even have Biblical connections, like Mary and Pontius. In Hinduism, the name Mira, meaning ‘sea,’ was borne by a 16th-century devotee of Lord Krishna.

While traditional names remain popular, modern names like Ocean and Navy are gaining traction. Pop culture has also added to their appeal, with names like Nerissa, a character from Shakespeare’s The Merchant of Venice, and Moana, a Polynesian name made famous by the Disney movie. These contemporary names bring fresh inspiration for new parents.

From ancient times to today, sea-inspired names have endured, carrying timeless appeal. Parents often choose these names to symbolize the sea’s depth, adventure, and mystery. By naming their child after the sea, they hope to impart qualities of strength, openness, and a generous heart.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Mia	Girl	Mine; Dear; Darling; Wished-for child; Sea of bitterness; Beloved; Rebelliousness
Maya	Girl	Illusion; Magic; Sea of bitterness; Beloved; Good mother; Dame
Kai	Boy	Sea; Keeper of the keys; Shell; Pier; From the sea
Maria	Girl	Bitter; Beloved; Of the sea
Mary	Girl	Beloved; Exalted; Sea of bitterness; Wished-for child
Kehlani	Girl	Sea and sky; The heavens
Molly	Girl	Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished-for child
Mariana	Girl	Star of the sea; Grace
Malia	Girl	Bitter; Star of the sea; A wished for child
Miriam	Girl	Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Beloved; Star of the sea

Kailani	Girl	Sea; Sky; Heaven; The royal one
Mariah	Girl	The Lord is my teacher; Bitter; From the sea
Rosemary	Girl	Rose; Dew of the sea; Famous type
Malik	Boy	King; Wave; Sea
Maren	Girl	Of the sea; Star of the sea; True love; Ocean loving
Mira	Girl	A wonderous beauty; Peace; Sea; Ocean; Glory; Merry; Kindness; Behold
Murphy	Unisex	Sea battle; Descendant of Murchadh
Dorian	Boy	Gift; Of Doris; Child of the sea
Marie	Girl	Wished for child; Sea of bitterness; Star of the sea
Morgan	Boy	Born of the sea; Sea chief

Marvin	Boy	Famous friend; Sea friend; Bone marrow; Eminent; Noble; Wish; Desire; Young goat or kid
Zaylee	Girl	Sea strength; Hay clearing
Marilyn	Girl	Wished for child; Star of the sea
Caspian	Boy	White; Caspian sea
Marina	Girl	Of the sea; Belonging to the sea
Pearl	Girl	Precious; A gem of the sea
Marianna	Girl	Sea; Grace
Marisol	Girl	Mary of solitude; Sea and sun
Kahlani	Unisex	Sea; Sky
Cordelia	Girl	Jewel of the sea; Heart of a lion

Miah	Girl	Dame; Good mother; Mine; Beloved; Wished-for child; Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness
Meera	Girl	Sea; Ocean; Boundary; Limit; Prosperous; Famous; Astonishing; Goodness
Mollie	Girl	Drop of the sea; Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child; Beloved; Love
Perla	Girl	Sea mollusk gem
Marissa	Girl	Of the sea
Mariella	Girl	Star of the sea
Mazie	Girl	Pearl; Lady; Mistress; Beloved; Sea of bitterness
Emmarie	Girl	Whole; Great; Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Brave; Home
Lamar	Boy	Of the sea; Liquid gold
Amarion	Boy	Flourishing; To live long; Wished-for child; Sea of bitterness

Maryjane	Girl	Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished-for child; Beloved; Love; Yahweh is gracious
Khalani	Unisex	Sea and sky; Earth
Mariyah	Girl	The beloved one; Drop of the sea; Bitter
Delia	Girl	Of Delos; Heart; Jewel of the sea
Jamarion	Boy	Man with good looks; Beauty; Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Beloved
Makhi	Boy	Battle; Sea; Who is like God
Marlene	Girl	Drop of the sea; From Magdala
Jaylani	Unisex	Sea; Ocean; Heaven
Mariela	Girl	Sea of bitterness; Rebellious; Wished for child
Marion	Girl	Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child; Beloved; Love

Marin	Girl	Of the sea
Rosemarie	Girl	Bitter rose; Dew of the sea
Moira	Girl	Beloved; Sea of bitterness; Fate
Kainen	Unisex	Ocean explorer or sea wanderer
Navy	Girl	Sea force; Armed forces of the sea; New
Damarion	Boy	Sea of bitterness; Wished for child; Rebellious
Romi	Girl	My height; My exaltation; Dew of the sea
Marlo	Boy	Remnants of a lake;Seahill front; Drop of the sea; Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished-for child; Beloved; Love;
Marli	Girl	Pleasant wood; Marten wood; Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child; Beloved; Love; A woman from Magdala
Marlin	Boy	Sea fort

Maritza	Girl	Beloved; Loving; Star of the sea
Naia	Girl	Wave; Sea foam; Aspiration; Wish; Desire; Dolphin; To flow
Kaelani	Unisex	Sea and sky; Majestic
Kaito	Boy	Sea; Ocean; Soar; Fly
Maura	Girl	Moorish; Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished-for child; Beloved
Maryn	Girl	Of the sea; The god of war; Mars; Dedicated to Mars; Warlike
Akai	Unisex	Red; Affection; Sea; Clothing
Maryann	Girl	Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished-for child; Beloved; Love; Favor; Grace
Demarion	Boy	Son of Mario; Of Mars; Male; Of the sea
Miabella	Girl	My beauty; My God is an oath; Wished-for child; Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness

Marbella	Girl	Spanish town; Beautiful sea
Marek	Boy	Warlike; Dedicated to Mars; Rebellious; Sea of bitterness
Maliya	Girl	A sea of rebelliousness; Wished for child; Beloved
Mariel	Girl	Sea of bitterness; Beloved
Dillan	Boy	Son of the sea; Tide; Flow
Triton	Boy	The sea; Three; Son of Poseidon
Zayleigh	Unisex	Sea strength; Berry wood; Hay clearing; A heavenly woman
Mervin	Boy	The person who is very fond of the sea
Marlena	Girl	Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child; Beloved; Love; A woman from Magdala
Marnie	Girl	Of the sea; Mars; The god of war; Warlike; Male; Rejoice

Arnav	Boy	Ocean; Sea
Mallie	Girl	Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child
Zealand	Unisex	Sea land; Soul land; Resembling a seal; Resembling a fjord
Mariya	Girl	Greatly loved; Sea of bitterness
Maylen	Unisex	Sea of bitterness; Wished for child; Beloved; Good mother; Dame; Of Magdala; Tower; Torch
Mikai	Unisex	Beautiful sea; Who is like God?
Airam	Unisex	Sea of bitterness; Wished for child
Darya	Girl	Possessing goodness; Sea; Ocean
Maleigha	Girl	She who is bitter; Full of bitterness; A star of the sea; Rebelliousness; Wished for child; Beloved; Pearl
Marilynn	Girl	Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child; Beloved; Love

Maris	Girl	Wished for child; Sea of bitterness; Star of the sea
Marisa	Girl	Of the sea; Worthy and respectable
Myriam	Girl	Beloved; Rebellious; Drop of the sea
Anamaria	Girl	Favored grace; Wished for child; Sea of bitterness
Marisela	Girl	A woman who is war-like and aggressive; Star of the sea
Adamaris	Girl	Noble; Of the sea; Loving truly, earnestly
Marah	Girl	One who is full of bitterness; Of the sea; Sea of bitterness; War; Joyful
Erion	Boy	The wind from Ion sea; Our wind; Elderly
Marlyn	Girl	Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished-for child; Beloved; Love; Sea fort
Maiah	Girl	Mother; Sea warrior

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Names meaning ‘sea’ often evoke strength and vastness, making them favorites among parents. These names have ancient roots, appearing in myths, legends, and religious texts, yet they remain timeless and relevant. In recent years, modern sea-inspired names have also gained popularity, appearing across various languages and cultures worldwide. Whether ancient or modern, these names carry a sense of depth and power that continues to captivate parents today.

Infographic: Attractive Baby Names with Meanings Sea

Baby Names with Meanings Sea are significant and exquisite. They carry an inherent sense of charm that's almost impossible to ignore. Our infographic below shares several options that fit diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. Explore the list and pick a name that resonates with you. Remember, your baby's name is integral to their identity, so choose a name that best complements their personality.

Baby Names with Meanings Sea(infographic)

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