Oceanus
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Oceanus is a boy’s name of Greek origin, meaning “From the Greek word 'Okeanos', referring to the vast, primordial ocean god or the personification of the world-ocean in Greek mythology.”. It currently ranks #11903 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2024.
What Oceanus Means
“From the Greek word 'Okeanos', referring to the vast, primordial ocean god or the personification of the world-ocean in Greek mythology.”
The Story of Oceanus
This name belongs to the ancient Titan god of the world-ocean, a primordial force older than the Olympians.
Oceanus stems from the Greek 'Okeanos,' the personification of the world-ocean in ancient mythology. This name, appearing in recent records, connects your child to one of the most foundational figures in Greek cosmology.
For your son, this name suggests a spirit of immense depth and primal power. You see a child with a vast, calm presence, a natural leader whose influence will be as far-reaching as the tides.
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Famous Namesakes
Oceanus
Titan god of the world-ocean in Greek mythology.
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Peak Year
#6 in 2024
Total Births
6
First Recorded
2024
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