Coastal baby names
Names tagged with “Coastal” across DNA, style, or vibe in the Namesake database.
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22 names
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- Cove
English
94A small bay or inlet of the sea; a sheltered recess in a coastline. Modern usage emphasizes peaceful, natural seclusion.
- Seager
English
84One who works with the sea or seashore; traditionally an occupational surname for fishermen or those living by coastal areas.
- Coraleigh
Celtic
84Modern blend of Coral (sea-origin gemstone) and the suffix -leigh (clearing), creating a nature-inspired feminine form with contemporary appeal.
- Portland
English
84A harbor town or port settlement. Derived from the English words for 'port' (harbor) and 'land' (territory), originally referring to a coastal trading settlement.
- Coastyn
Celtic
76Modern variant of Costen or coastal-inspired. A contemporary creation blending 'coast' with traditional name endings, suggesting connection to seaside and nature.
- Marbella
Spanish
74From Spanish 'mar' (sea) and 'bella' (beautiful). Named after the coastal town in Andalusia, southern Spain known for its Mediterranean beauty.
- Cova
Celtic
62From Galician meaning 'cove' or 'small bay', a coastal geographic term suggesting shelter and natural beauty.
- Halona
English
62Sheltered bay, a sacred place in Hawaiian tradition located on the island of Molokai
- Monterey
Spanish
62From Monterey, California, a coastal city whose name derives from Spanish 'Monte Rey' meaning 'King's Mountain', referencing its prominent geographical features.
- Adrienne
Latin
55From Hadria, a Roman city. Traditionally means 'from Hadria' or 'of the Adriatic,' symbolizing coastal geography and classical Roman heritage.
- Marimar
Spanish
42From Spanish 'mar' (sea) repeated or combined, evoking the rhythm and beauty of the ocean. Associated with coastal imagery and maritime romance.
- Kealia
English
42From Hawaiian meaning 'the calm' or 'the cool,' often associated with peaceful waters and serene coastal landscapes
- Lanikai
Polynesian
42From Hawaiian 'lani' (sky/heaven) and 'kai' (sea), evoking the coastal beauty of the Lanikai beach area in Oahu
- Xcaret
Spanish
42Xcaret is a Mayan word meaning 'small inlet' or 'little cove', referring to the natural coastal lagoon in Quintana Roo, Mexico.
- Oban
Scottish
42From the Scottish port town Oban, derived from Gaelic 'òban' meaning 'little bay' or 'small harbor'
- Nagisa
Japanese
42Typically written with kanji meaning 'shore' or 'beach' (渚) combined with 'summer' or other auspicious characters. Evokes coastal imagery and natural beauty.
- Seeley
English
40Dweller by the sea or blessed. Derived from Old English 'sǣ' (sea) and 'leah' (clearing/meadow), suggesting a connection to coastal settlements.
- Kona
English
40Lady or woman in Hawaiian. Also references the Kona coast and district of Hawaii, known for its lava-rock shores and dry climate.
- Malibu
Celtic
40From the Chumash language meaning 'the roaring sound of the sea' or 'from the loud noise place', referring to coastal waves.
- Brighton
English
30A town in East Sussex, England known for its seaside pier and pebble beach. The name derives from the bright or shining valley settlement.
- Reef
Celtic
30A ridge of rock, sand, or coral at or near the surface of water. Used as a modern given name drawing from nature imagery and coastal landscapes.
- Kove
Celtic
30A rare modern name possibly derived from Irish roots meaning 'hollow' or 'cove,' evoking coastal landscapes and natural refuge.
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Popularity data: Social Security Administration, US births 1880–2024
