Sea
Sea is a gender-neutral name. It has a seasonal feel. It sounds short and punchy, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with a longer middle name. It suits a boy or a girl equally well.
Did you know?
- GenerationSea peaked in 1982, which makes it a Millennial name. The typical Sea you'd meet today is about 43 years old.
- HistorySea first shows up in US birth records in 1982, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 43 years since.
US births per million girls, 1982–2025
US births per million boys, 1985–2025
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Sea
Sea is a gender-neutral name. Short and strong, it's said in a single beat and ends on an open, friendly vowel, so it pairs easily with a longer middle name. It hit its peak in the 1980s, so it feels familiar without being trendy. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name. It works for a boy or a girl, which suits parents who'd like a name that doesn't signal gender.
Other spellings of Sea
Questions about the name Sea
Is Sea a boy or girl name?
Both. Sea is a true gender-neutral name used for boys and girls. That balance makes it a good pick if you'd like a name that doesn't signal gender.
How popular is the name Sea?
Sea is rare: fewer than 5 US girls got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 1998. It peaked at #10,517 in 1982, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What names are similar to Sea?
If you like Sea, you might also like Seah. Seah is another spelling of the same name.
What should I know before naming my baby Sea?
Sea is a gender-neutral name. It has a seasonal feel. It sounds short and punchy, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with a longer middle name. It suits a boy or a girl equally well. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.