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At a Glance
- Meaning
- The sea
- Origin
- French (Océane), ultimately Greek
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- oh-say-AN
Oceane is the French form of Océane, meaning "the sea," with roots that trace back to Greek. It's a name that carries its meaning right on the surface — simple, watery, and direct. If you're drawn to names tied to nature, this is about as literal as it gets.
Meaning & Origin of Oceane
Meaning: The sea.
Origin: French (Océane), ultimately Greek.
How to Pronounce Oceane
oh-say-ANIPA /oʊseɪˈɑːn/
Popularity of Oceane
Oceane has stayed rare in the U.S. throughout the SSA's 2002-2024 records, peaking at rank #5341 in 2023 with 24 babies given the name, then dropping to rank #8276 in 2024 with just 13.
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These names have followed a similar path to Oceane in U.S. popularity over the years.
FAQ
What does the name Oceane mean?
The sea.
How do you pronounce Oceane?
Oceane is pronounced oh-say-AN (IPA: /oʊseɪˈɑːn/).
Is Oceane a popular name right now?
Oceane peaked at #5341 in 2023 and is ranked #8276 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 2002–2024.)
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