Neptune
n(e)-ptu-ne,
nep-tune
US Popularity:19559
Origin:Latin
Other Origin(s):Roman
Meaning:Cloud; Wet, damp, moist
This awesome name can help any landlubber adjust to their sea legs! Neptune is a Roman masculine name inspired by the Latin Neptunus. Its precise root is unknown, possibly stemming from the Indo-European root *nebh-, meaning “cloud,” with the added sentiments of “wet,” “moist,” and “damp.” Spiritually, the name Neptune represents the power and authority of the sea. In Roman mythology, Neptune is the god of the sea and freshwater and is associated with sailors, oceans, and aquatic creatures. Distinctive and captivating, this name has themes of strength, tranquility, mystery, and fluidity. Neptune can also evoke a sense of adventure, exploration, and the vastness of the oceans. It’s often associated with celestial bodies as well. In astronomy, Neptune is the eighth and farthest known planet from the Sun in the solar system. Your little one will definitely make a splash with a name like Neptune.
How Popular Is The Name Neptune?
U.S. Births
Overall:Neptune is currently #19559 in U.S. births
Boy:Neptune is currently #9453 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2025
#9453
in 2025
- 684
from 2022
Sources
Behind the Name, Neptune, January 2022
WordSense Dictionary, Neptune
Online Etymology Dictionary, Neptune, June 2023
World History Encyclopedia, Neptune, October 2022
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