Rising since 1987, #3,517 for girls today.
Popularity of Oceana since 1915
Babies named Oceana per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 5 |
| 1920s | 0 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 11 |
| 1980s | 25 |
| 1990s | 226 |
| 2000s | 371 |
| 2010s | 304 |
| 2020s | 205 |
Meaning & origin
Oceana is a modern nature name first recorded in the United States in 1915. It has been gradually rising in popularity since 1987, and in 2025 it ranked 3,517 with 1 in 37,378 newborn girls receiving the name. The name's peak year came in 2004, when it was most frequently chosen. Its use is most concentrated in California, reflecting a broader appreciation for ocean-inspired names. Oceana fits alongside other nature-themed names like Marina, Coral, and Saylor, and offers a distinctive yet intuitive option for parents seeking a name with a clear geographical meaning.
Oceana is a modern coinage derived directly from the English word 'ocean,' which itself comes from the Greek 'Okeanos,' the name of the great river believed to encircle the earth. The name first recorded in the United States in 1915, but saw more consistent use from the 1990s onward, likely influenced by the environmental movement and place names such as Oceana County, Michigan.
Where Oceana is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ocie, Ana, Cece
Sibling names for Oceana
Names that share Oceana's style, for a brother or sister.
