Find out how popular the first name Ocean has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Ocean by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Ocean is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 53% of people named Ocean being male.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 465 male babies and 332 female babies born with the name Ocean.

The history of the first name Ocean

The name Ocean is a relatively modern given name with origins in the English language. It is derived from the word "ocean," which comes from the Greek word "okeanos," meaning the great river or sea surrounding the earth's disk. The name grew in popularity in the late 20th century, reflecting a trend towards nature-inspired names.

While the name itself does not have a long historical lineage, the concept of the ocean has been central to many cultures throughout history. The ancient Greeks personified the ocean as the Titan Oceanus, who was the river that encircled the world. In Hinduism, the ocean is represented by the deity Varuna, the god of waters.

The earliest recorded use of Ocean as a given name dates back to the late 19th century. One of the earliest known individuals with this name was Ocean Mound, an American baseball player born in 1867. However, the name did not gain widespread popularity until the latter half of the 20th century.

Some notable individuals with the first name Ocean include:

1. Ocean Vuong, born in 1988, a Vietnamese-American poet and essayist known for his works such as "Night Sky with Exit Wounds" and "On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous."

2. Ocean Ramsey, born in 1987, an American ocean conservationist and shark researcher, known for her close interactions with sharks.

3. Ocean MacAdams, born in 1971, an American actress and model best known for her role in the film "Stargate."

4. Ocean Belcher, born in 1991, an American professional basketball player who has played in various leagues around the world.

5. Ocean Killion, born in 1990, an American singer and songwriter, known for being the lead vocalist of the indie rock band Surf Rock Is Dead.

While the name Ocean is relatively new, its connection to the vast and mysterious waters of the world's oceans has captured the imagination of many cultures throughout history. As a given name, it reflects a sense of wonder and respect for the natural world.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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