Nautica
Nautica is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Nautical, modern word-name relating to ships, sailors, or the sea.
Origin and history
Nautica is a modern feminine name derived from the Latin word 'nauticus', meaning 'pertaining to ships or sailors'. The name gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century, influenced in part by the American apparel brand of the same name. While its usage has declined since its peak in the 1990s, it remains a distinctive, nautical-themed option.
Popularity in the United States
2,240 babies in the United States have been named Nautica since 1880. It ranks #3715 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2032.
States where it is most popular
- OH (20 %)
- NC (11.6 %)
- CA (9.7 %)
- TX (8.6 %)
- GA (7.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 991 |
| 2000-2010 | 957 |
| 2010-2019 | 223 |
| 2020-2029 | 69 |
Fun facts
- The word traces back through Latin 'nauticus' to the Ancient Greek 'nautikos', both derived from 'naus', meaning ship.
- The name experienced its peak popularity in the United States during the mid-to-late 1990s.