Ocean
Gender: Unisex
Meaning: The ocean, vast sea
Origin: English/Greek
Popularity: Ranked #720 in 2025 with 375 babies born.
History: From the Greek 'okeanos,' the great river that was believed to encircle the earth. Oceanus was a Titan in Greek mythology. As a name, it evokes the vastness and beauty of the sea. Used for both genders.
Name length: 5 letters
How common is Ocean? About 1 in 4,623 babies born in 2025 were named Ocean, or roughly 2 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Ocean
What does the name Ocean mean?
Ocean means “The ocean, vast sea” from English/Greek roots.
What is the origin of the name Ocean?
Ocean has English/Greek origin. The traditional meaning is “The ocean, vast sea”.
How popular is Ocean?
Ocean ranked #717 in 2025 — given to 375 babies that year.
When was Ocean most popular?
Ocean peaked in 2024 with 483 babies registered that year.
Is Ocean a boy or girl name?
Ocean is used for both boys and girls. In the records, about 54% of Oceans are boys and 46% are girls.
Is the name Ocean rising or falling in popularity?
Ocean has risen 413 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #1130 in 2020 to #717 in 2025.
How long has Ocean been recorded?
Ocean appears in birth records across 41 years — from 1971 through 2025.