100 Beach or Surfer Names for Boys and Girls

Who does not love the calming waves and a quiet sunset near the sea? The sea has a magnetic pull for those who love adventure and even otherwise. The mysterious ocean reminds one of the depths of human emotions. Would you love to name your precious child after something which reminds you of the sea? Surfers could pick up some splashy and sparkling, while beach lovers would pick something soothing and calming. Here’s a list of beach-inspired baby names that will remind you of the last surf you experienced while at the beach.

Beach or Surfer Baby Boy Names

Having your baby boy named after strong waves and rocky beaches would give them an edgy feel. Why not then give your baby boy an exhilarating surfer boy name? They would love getting called by the surfer male names we have chosen for you here.

1. Aalto

This name has a Scandinavian origin and denotes the sea “waves”. A strong and sturdy name for your strong little boy.

2. Adrian

This name has a Latin origin and means “water”. This is also the name of famous Australian surfer Adrian Buchan. Those who love surfing would love to give this name to their boy.

3. Arnav

A Hindu word of Indian origin, this means “ocean”. Your son will have the depth and gravity of the ocean with this name.

4. Adriano

Adriano is a baby boy’s name of Spanish and Italian origi. It means “a man from Adria”.  Adria is a small town in the Veneto region of Italy.

5. Bede

Bede is a popular boy’s name of English origin that means “prayer”. A famous seventh-century saint was also named Bede.

6. Beach

This straightforward English name defines the sandy and fun place around the sea. It used to be a surname that originated in England, but it is now a popular choice for even first names.

7. Beau

This name is French origin and means “handsome”; if surfing is your thing then you would surely be able to associate this name with the famous Australian surfer Beau Foster.

8. Beckett

A name with old English origin, it means “beehive” or “small brook”. This is a handsome name for your handsome boy.

9. Birch

Apart from being the name of the famous tennis player, this name also means “abode by the stream”. This name has an English origin.

10. Bodhi

This beautiful name of Sanskrit origin means “Nirvana” or the one who is free of any feelings of hatred and jealousy. Those who are into surfing would also identify it with the 14-year-old surfer boy name Bodhi Leigh-Jones, the new kid on the block in the surfing world.

11. Brett

This has an English origin and was used as a middle name. It signifies people who moved to Britain during the Norman conquest. The surfer boy Brett Connellan gave this name its strong appeal.

12. Cove

A name that spells serenity and calm means “bay” or “inlet”. It has an English origin.

13. Cruz

A name that has Iberian origin and was quite popular in Spain and Portugal. Its literal meaning is “cross”, but it also reminds one of the beach towns, Santa Cruz in California.

14. Chase

Chase is a popular boy’s name have French roots. Once used as a family surname, it actually originated during the Middle Ages as a nickname for a “huntsman”.

15. Cooper

Cooper is a common yet popular gender-neutral name of English origin. It originated as an occupational name and means “barrel maker”.

16. Dane

Dane is a gender-neutral name of English origin meaning “from Denmark”. However, Dane is more of a masculine name than a feminine.

17. Dean

Dean is an English male name derived from the Greek word dekanos, which means “monk”.

18. Declan

Declan is a baby boy name of Irish origin. It originates from the anglicized form of the Gaelic name Deaglán, which means “good or excellent”.

19. Dorian

Dorian is a unique boy’s name of Greek origin. It is the name derived from Doris, a district of ancient Greece.

20. Dax

It has Anglo-Germanic roots, and it means “water”. A dapper name for your smart boy.

21. Deniz

A name with Turkish roots, it means “sea waves”. This name is reigning the popularity charts currently.

22. Dover

Dover is the name of a seaport city in England. This name would make you think of the white cliffs of Dover which overlook the splendid coastline and are also used for the safety of sailors.

23. Dylan

It is a unisex name; though primarily used for boys. It has Welsh origin and means “son of the sea”. A name with depth and beauty will suit your baby boy a lot.

24. Finn

This name has an Irish origin and means “fair”. But, one would also be instantly reminded of Huckleberry Finn’s character. It has a lilting tone and is reminiscent of the fins of fish thriving in the oceans.

25. Fletcher

Fletcher is an English, French, and Scottish surname. It is an occupational name for an arrowsmith.

26. Hurley

An Irish name by origin, it means “sea tide”. A cute name for your cute little boy.

27. Irving

A name of Scottish origin, it was used as a surname earlier. It means “friend of the sea”. This name has been donned by many creative men in the history like photographer Irving Penn.

28. Jeremy

Jeremy is an Anglo-Saxon English baby boy name of biblical origins. It means “God will uplift”.

29. Kai

This name has different meanings depending on its origin. The Japanese version means “forgiveness”. We can consider its more popular meaning in Hawaiian “sea”. A cool name that would suit your charming boy.

30. Kent

Kent is a county in southern England famous for its many coastal towns. This name would remind one of the beautiful cottage houses and fish markets along the coast.

31. Kelly

 Kelly has Gaelic, Irish and Scottish origins which means “the bright-one”.

32. Laird

Laird is a stylish baby boy name of Scottish roots. It means “lord of the land”.

33. Larsen

Larsen is a cool beach name of Scandinavian origin which means “son of Lars”.

34. Luke

This name of Italian origin denotes “someone from Lucania”, an ancient place in Italy. The world-famous surfer Luke Davis of California added appeal to this name for beach and surfing lovers.

35. Marlin

Having roots in old English and Welsh, this name means “area near the sea”. This name has a boyish charm and flair.

36. Marley

Marley is a delightful beach inspired male name meaning “marshy meadow”.  It has Old English and Anglo-Saxon roots.

37. Merrick

Merrick is a popular beach-inspired boy name primarily of Welsh origin. Also had Scottish and Gaelic roots. It means “fame and power” .

38. Miki

Miki is a delightful name of Japanese origin. The meaning of Miki is “three trees together”.

39. Oakley

A masculine and strong name which stands for the “oak tree”. It has old English origin and is also one of the most famous surfing brands with products like sunglasses.

40. Ocean

We all know what the ocean means, don’t we? This name has Greek origin and encompasses the vastness of the sea in it.

41. Parker

Parker is a common American name having Old English origins. It means “a park keeper”.

42. Reef

The reef is an interesting beach-themed name for boys having English origins. It means an underwater or partly submerged ledge.

43. Ronan

This Irish name means “small seal”. It is a unique name yet rising in popularity these days.

44. Seaton

It means “a city by the ocean”. It has old English roots. The name has a laid-back touch to it.

45. Slater

This has old English roots and means “slate makers”. This name has friendly vibes but if more famous as the last name of a world-renowned surfer, Robert Kelly Slater.

46. Storm

This name would remind every beach lover of sunny days on the beach. It is also the name of Hawaiian surfer, Sunny Garcia, who was the world champion in 2000.

47. Sunny

The name Sunny is a jolly name for boys having English roots. It means “happy, sunshine or cheerful”.

48. Taj

Taj is quite a quirky boy’s name of Persian, Sanskrit and Hindi origins, meaning “crown.”

49. Wade

An old English boy name which has been a big hit through many years. Its literal meaning is “at the crossing of the river” and it evokes thoughts of gentle water in mind. The name is also the last name of an American bodysurfer, Terry Wade.

50. Zale

It has Greek origin and means “sea strength”.

Beach or Surfer Baby Girl Names

Beach-inspired baby names for girls are also quite a thing nowadays. Choose the one that sounds the best for your liking and your little angel’s personality.

1. Alana

It has German origin and means “precious”. The famous American surfer Alana Blanchard makes this name dear to the beach and surfing loving people.

2. Aquata

A name of Latin origin, this means “water”. A befitting name for your little mermaid.

3. Ariel

It is a biblical name and means “lion of God” in Hebrew. But the adorable character from the movie “Little Mermaid” is what we would think of when we hear this name.

4. Azul

It is a Spanish word which means “blue”. Hearing this name would conjure up vivid images of the deep blue ocean.

5. Azure

A name of French origin, it means “blue”. The beautiful blue sky and the vast blue ocean is what this name would remind you of.

6. Anastasia

Anastasia is a charming feminine having Greek origin, rooted in the Greek word anástasis, which means “resurrection”.

7. Arnette

Arnette is a mystical girl’s name of Old German origin. It means “eagle ruler”.

8. Bondi

Bondi originates from the Italian word “biondo” which means “blond”. It also has an English meaning “sirf”.

9. Bruna

Bruna is a rustic feminine name habi German roots which means “brown”.

10. Bay

An English name means “red-haired’. This is a catchy and sweet beachy girl’s name.

11. Bethany

Who doesn’t remember the surfer girl’s name Bethany Hamilton? The same grit and determination will inspire your baby that this surfer had.

12. Cordelia

Cordelia is a stylish name which means “daughter of the sea”. The name is said to have Celtic and Latin origin.

13. Coral

Corals are the pink underwater growths which are just gorgeous. This name has Latin origin and you could also shorten it to “Cora” for a cuter name.

14. Damia

A name of Greek origin, Damia is the Goddess of nature. This name has a feminine and contemporary appeal and denotes the force of nature, including the oceans.

15. Dalis

This sweet-sounding name has a Hebrew origin and means “drawing water”.

16. Darya

A Persian baby name, it means “royalty of the sea”. A regal name with an exotic flair, so it befitting for your little princess.

17. Dwynwen

Dwynwen is a name of Welsh origin and means ‘wave’. This is an apt surfer baby name for your little girl.

18. Delta

This has a Greek origin and depicts the mouth of a river. This is also the name of a popular brand that makes swimming gear. It is also the fourth letter in the Greek alphabet.

19. Dune

This name with Scottish origin will give you the feel of enchanting and soft dunes of the beaches.

20. Carissa

Originating from the Greek word Charis, Carissa is a unique baby girl’s name which means “grace” and “beloved”.

21. Chelsea

 Chelsea is a cool unisex name very common for girls. It has British origins and means “chalk landing place”.

22. Coco

Coco is a quirky name for girls. It has American origins and means “chocolate bean”.

23. Daize

Daize is a cool girl’s name that means “for days”. It is a new term coined as a lingo of the millennials. It’s an interesting beach-themed name to give to baby girls.

24. Debbie

Debbie is a cool name derived from Hebrew roots. It means “the queen bee” and is a common short form of Deborah.

25. Eilidh

It has a Scottish origin. The literal meaning of this word is “the shining one” and also used for Sun. The bright summer and sun are the most beautiful part of the beaches.

26. Ellie

Ellie means “light” or “ the shining one”. It is an English version of the common Greek girl name Helen.

27. Frieda

Frieda is primarily a female name with German roots that mean “peace and joy”.

28. Hama

A perfect name for a girl born near the seashore, this Japanese name means “seacoast”.

29. Ginevra

This has Italian origin. It means “white wave”.

30. Gali

This name has Hebrew origin and is used popularly in the US. It means “my wave”.

31. Indie

The name has an Indian origin. One of its meanings is “blue”.

32. Isla

It is a shortened version of the island. It has Spanish and Scottish origins.

33. Junia

This means “born in June”. The month of June is the perfect time to hit the beaches. It has a Greek origin.

34. Koa

Koa is an interesting and fierce baby name that means “warrior” and “valiant”. Koa is also a tree native to the Hawaiian islands, giving this name a softer and earthy edge.

35. Lana

This beautiful name has a calming feel to it. It has Hawaiian origin and means “floating in the calm waters”.

36. Layne

Layne is a unique name for girls. Its origin is from England, meaning “roadway” or “path”.

37. Malia

 Malia is a cool Hawaiian girl’s name. It means “perhaps” or “maybe”. Although the meaning or this name connotes doubt, you will have the utmost certainty while loving your baby girl named Malia.

38. Maya

This means “water” It has roots in Spanish, Hebrew, and Greek languages.

39. Morgan

It means “sea-born” and has a Welsh origin.

40. Nikki

Nikki is a dashing name for girls. It has Greek and Persian roots and means “people of victory”.

41. Oceana

Oceana is a dynamic girl’s name of Greek origin that means “ocean”. If you’re a beach lover, this might be the perfect name for your little princess.

42. Paige

Paige is a girl’s name of English and Welsh origin. It means “page to a lord”. Paige is more of an occupational name from medieval times.

43. Pearl

A name derived from the English word pearl denotes the precious stone found in seashells.

44. Ripley

Ripley is a very stylish beach themed name for girls of British origins. It is an old English word which means “strip of clearing in the woods”.

45. Sandy

Sandy is a quirky baby girl’s name of Greek roots. This name is a derivative of Alexander and Sandra’s historical names, which come together to mean “a man’s defender”.

46. Sailor

A boyish name but suits girls as well, it denotes those who take a voyage into the sea.

47. Serena

A name with Latin origin, it means “calm”. You will be reminded of calming sea waters when you call your girl with this name.

48. Serena

A name of Latin origin, it means “calm”. You will be reminded of calming sea waters when you call your girl by this name.

49. Talulah

This name has an American origin. It means “leaping/jumping water”.

50. Waverly

Waverly is an English girl name of Welsh roots. It means “meadow of quivering aspens”.

Here you can find names of all kinds which would be related to the sea, beach, and surfing. Some are the names of famous surfers or some are the names of months. But, all of them talk about the grand sea and all the things surrounding it.