Oceania
o-cea-nia
US Popularity:27349
Origin:Greek
Meaning:Ocean
Oceania is a girl’s name that comes from the Greek word okeanos, meaning “ocean.” A name thalassophiles adore, Oceania is the perfect title for a water baby. Oceania is a variant of the name Oceanus. In Greek mythology, Oceanus is the name of the river that flows around the earth and is the source of all water. It is often depicted as a Titan and the father of all river gods. It’s important to note that Oceania is also a geographic region where Australasia, Micronesia, Melanesia, and Polynesia are located. A truly beloved title, baby Oceania may find they are connected to the ocean as they grow and explore the world!
Oceania Name Popularity Data
U.S. Births
Overall:Oceania is currently #27349 in U.S. births
Girl:Oceania is currently #13004 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#27349
in 2023
- 3281
from 2022
Sources
Behind the Name, Oceania, July 2018
Behind the Name, Okeanos, May 2020
Theoi, Okeanos
Britannica, Oceania, region, Pacific Ocean, April 2024
Online Etymology Dictionary, Ocean (n.), August 2019
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