54 Baby Names Meaning 'Fish'

Have you ever wondered why parents choose names that mean 'fish' for their children? Fish-inspired names may not be common but they carry unique significance across various cultures. This is because fishes are associated with several positive traits, such as adaptability and transformation. In ancient Mesopotamia, people offered fish to the gods and even considered them a symbol of the god of water, Enki. For Hindus, fish is of deep religious importance as it is linked to Lord Vishnu. In his Matsya avatar, a form of half-human and half-fish, Vishnu is believed to have saved humanity and sacred texts from a great flood, symbolizing protection and preservation. Fishes find an important place in Greek mythology as well. As per Greek legends, the Goddess of love Aphrodite, and her son Eros were once confronted by a monster named Typhon. Greeks believed that to escape, they had to transform into fish and swim to safety. This story highlights how fish symbolize protection in Greek culture as well. A popular example linked to this beautiful oceanic creature is the feminine name Meena, meaning ‘fish’ in Sanskrit. It is a common name amongst Hindu girls that is considered a symbol of fertility and abundance. Another interesting example is the Japanese masculine name Sasuke, which means ‘shellfish.’ As a name, it depicts the connection between humans and nature. Whether inspired by fish or directly related to fish, these names are unique and meaningful in their own way. If fish-related names appeal to you, look at the list below for more names.

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Name		Gender	Meaning
Nina		Girl	Fire; Fish; Ancient city of Nineveh; Little girl; God is gracious; Strong
Fischer		Unisex	Fisherman; One who catches fish
Nino		Boy	Two; Benevolence; Little girl; Little boy; Child Christ; Yahweh is gracious; Fish; He will add
Meena		Girl	Fish
Yemaya		Unisex	Mother of fish; Goddess of the Ogun river
Meenakshi		Girl	A girl with beautiful, fish-like eyes
Fishel		Boy	Little fish
Crewe		Unisex	Weir; Dam; Fish trap; Chariot
Manaia		Girl	Mythological figure of a man with the head of a bird and tail of a fish; To decorate or embellish
Minesh		Boy	King of Fish; Ruler of Fish
Kayal		Unisex	Lake; Fish
Staley		Unisex	Staff clearing; Resolute; Reliable; Fish trap
Adari		Unisex	Fish; Wealth; Fortune; Spear
Sturgill		Unisex	One who resembles a sturgeon; Northern European fish
Nuno		Boy	Grandfather; Squire; Fish
Nini		Girl	To lead, carry or bring towards; Apostle; Melody; Fish
Minnow		Unisex	A small fish
Isana		Unisex	To be lively; Fish
Ambuj		Boy	Lotus; Water-born; Fish
Matsendra		Boy	King of the Fishes; Lord of the fish; A variant of Matsyendra
Matsyendra		Boy	King of the Fishes; Lord of the fish; A variant of Matsyendra
Pisces		Girl	Fish; The twelfth sign of the zodiac
Prithuloma		Girl	Fish; Pisces; Zodiac Sign
Chevis		Unisex	A thick bodied Fish
Escarans		Boy	An angel fish; Someone strongly attracted towards nature
Fisk		Boy	Fisherman; Fish seller
Fiske		Girl	Fish meadow; Fisherman
Hycca		Girl	A kind of fish found in Athens
Kilenya		Girl	Coughing fish
Koleyna		Girl	Coughing fish
Matsya		Boy	Fish; The fish avatar of the Hindu god Vishnu
Meen		Girl	Fish
Meenu		Girl	Girl with fish eyes
Menali		Girl	One who is like fish; Beautiful fish
Minakshi		Girl	Fish-eyed
Minisha		Girl	The Goddess of fish; A devotee of Lord Krishna
Minuyara		Girl	A fish from the deep water
Nineveh		Boy	Fish; Ninu's place
Pogge		Unisex	A fish; An armed bullhead
Schaddoc		Boy	Shad fish
Shaddoc		Boy	Fish; Shad fish
Shaddock		Boy	One who is like a shad fish
Shattuck		Boy	Grapefruit; Shad fish
Sushi		Girl	A Japanese dish of vinegared rice and raw fish; Strength; Drying; Hole of a reed or a cane
Timin		Boy	Large fish
Tincommius		Boy	A big fish; A king from Belgic tribe
Ikaroa		Unisex	The long part of a fish
Aqakuktuq		Girl	Fish catcher
Minaxi		Girl	One with eyes as a fish
Izana		Unisex	Fish; Lure; Entice; High-spirited; Lively;
Janaina		Girl	Mother of fish
Ika		Unisex	Fish; Squid
Dolphin		Unisex	A fish with a womb
Azu		Unisex	Fish

Baby names that mean 'fish' are rare but loved by parents as they are connected to several positive attributes. Many cultures view fish as symbols of prosperity and luck, so fish designs are often found in clothing and accessories. Some fish-inspired names have been around for centuries, highlighting their timeless appeal. Fish-themed names are unique and can make your child stand out, as these names are connected to both culture and nature. If you are looking for an uncommon and meaningful name, consider the names in the list above.