Baby Names Meaning Water

These baby names are as cool and refreshing as a dip in the water! Whether your baby is one who loves water or you’re looking for an unique name, these baby names meaning water will definitely fit the bill.

Arnav

Arnav is a variation of the name Arnava and shares its meaning of ‘ocean water.’ Arnav is a popular name in Arabic-speaking countries and it is one of the most commonly found Muslim boy’s names in America.

Jordan

The unisex name Jordan was originally given to children baptised using the holy water from the River Jordan. It is also the name of a country.

Kylan

Kylan derives from an Irish place name, referring to a place where water becomes very narrow. It is also a variant of the name Kyle.

Lynn

Lynn is a name of un- certain origin. It is thought to be a shortened form of Linda, in which case it would mean ‘pretty.’ It could also be a Gaelic surname which related to water.

Neptune

In Roman mythology, Neptune was the Roman god of water, the sea and religion. Neptune is also the name of a planet in the solar system.

Rawan

Rawan derives from the Arabic verb ‘rawi’, meaning ‘to feed with water.’ A popular girl’s name, it is also the name of a river which flows through heaven in Islamic belief.

Rhea

In Greek mythology, Rhea was the mother of Zeus, Poseidon, Demeter and Hera. It is the name of a river which flows through Wales and is a popular Welsh girl’s name.

Shion

This feminine Japanese name is used throughout Asia. ‘Shio’ means ‘tide’ or ‘water,’ ‘ne’ means ‘sound,’ so the name means ‘sound of the water.’ It is an uncommon name across the UK.

Trent

The name Trent is taken from the English river of the same name. The river name actually means ‘trespasser’ referring to its frequent flooding.