Many of these unique names come from myths and legends worldwide, while others are popular names from the movies, such as the Disney animated film, “The Little Mermaid.” In Greek mythology, there are 50 nereids (sea nymphs) who are daughters of the sea god Nereus and Doris (daughter of Oceanus, the Titan god of the river).  Amazingly, there are over 3,000 oceanids (nymphs). They’re daughters of Titans Oceanus (or Okeanos) and Tethys. You might have also heard of the “Norfolk mermaids.” These mermaid installations, particularly sculptures, are located in different places in Norfolk, Virginia. Most of the 240+ mermaid names and other ocean-inspired choices below are for baby girls, but some are also gender-neutral or merman names for little boys.  

Mermaid Names By Category

 

 

Mermaid Names Inspired By The Ocean, Water, & The Beach

What Are Some Girl Ocean Names?

 

What Name Means Ocean Girl?

 

Beach & Island-Inspired Mermaid Names

 

Other Water-Inspired Mermaid Names

 

Mermaid Names Inspired By Ocean Colors & Marine Objects

 

Unique & Rare Mermaid Names

 

Mermaid Names From Other Mythological Stories

Some goddess names relating to the sea or mermaids:  

Favorite Mermaid Boy Names (Merman)

 

Mermaid Names From Around The World

Greek Mermaid Names

 

French Mermaid Names

 

Latin Mermaid Names

 

Hawaiian Mermaid Names

Some Hawaiian names for your little mermaid:  

Irish & Welsh Mermaid Names

Some Welsh and Irish names for your ocean-loving girl:  

Mermaid Names From A To Z

Mermaid Names Starting With A

 

Mermaid Names Starting With B

 

Mermaid Names Starting With C

 

Mermaid Names Starting With D

 

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Mermaid Names Starting With F

 

Mermaid Names Starting With G

 

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Mermaid Names Starting With J

 

Mermaid Names Starting With K

 

Mermaid Names Starting With L

 

Mermaid Names Starting With M

 

Mermaid Names Starting With N

 

Mermaid Names Starting With O

 

Mermaid Names Starting With P

 

Mermaid Names Starting With Q

 

Mermaid Names Starting With R

 

Mermaid Names Starting With S

 

Mermaid Names Starting With T

 

Mermaid Names Starting With U

 

Mermaid Names Starting With V

 

Mermaid Names Starting With W

 

Mermaid Names Starting With X

 

Mermaid Names Starting With Y

 

Mermaid Names Starting With Z

 

Gender-Neutral Mermaid Names

 

 

Bonus: Antagonist & Villainous Mermaid Names

 

What’s The Greek Name For Mermaids?

They’re called sirens in Greek mythology.  

What’s A Female Mermaid Called?

Female mermaids are simply called “mermaids,” while the males are called “mermen.”  

Where Can You Find Mermaids?

They’re believed to live in the deepest parts of the seas but sometimes visit uninhabited islands.  

Can You Make Your Own Mermaid Name?

Yes. You can also pick any name to create your mermaid character.  Another good trick is to add “Del Mar” (Spanish for “from the sea”) to create an exotic, mermaid-sounding name.  

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