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55m  /  180'5   heesen   2011 / 2022.

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Special Features:

• Pool with waterfall
• Onboard professional masseuse
• NAIAD zero speed Stabilizers

First in the Heesen fleet to sport a tender bay that can be flooded to allow easy launching and recovery

After You was the largest and one of the most powerful Heesen yachts when she was delivered in 2011. Powered by a pair of 4,300kW, MTU 20V 4000 M93L diesel engines, After You will reach a notable top speed of 24 knots. In consultation with Van Oossanen Associates, Heesen’s in-house naval architects have created a sophisticated and highly efficient hard-chine hull, while Frank Laupman from Omega Architects drew the sleek and elegant exterior lines.

With her pelican beak bow and reverse sheer, ' After You ' clearly shows her Heesen pedigree. The owners, in collaboration with Dobroserdov Design, personally worked on the colour scheme, which features a combination of a custom metallic dark red Awlgrip paint that is combined with oyster white. The inspiration for the dark red tone is taken from Montemaggio Merlot and reflects another of the owner’s passions – fine Tuscan wines. The same colour scheme is repeated on the limousine tender, designed by Vripak and custom built in New Zealand by Vaudrey Miller. 

The discreet luxury of After You’s interior was conceived by interior designer Ken Freivokh and further developed by Michela Reverberi, who was responsible for the detailing and interior decoration.

After You’s design offers some notably luxurious features, such as the largest owners’ stateroom seen on any of Heesen’s yachts, which has been a personal input of the owner. In size it is comparable to those found on yachts of over 80 metres, while she is also the first in the Heesen fleet to sport a tender bay that can be flooded to allow easy launching and recovery of the tenders, and a swimming pool on the main deck that is filled by a waterfall. The gym and spa facilities, including a steam room and a massage room, play a key role on the sun deck.

Guest Accommodation

After You offers guest accommodation for up to 12 guests in 6 suites comprising a master suite, four double cabins and one twin cabin. There are 7 beds in total, including 1 king, 1 queen, 3 doubles and 2 singles. She is also capable of carrying up to 13 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.

Onboard Comfort & Entertainment

A charter on After You is comfortable and convenient thanks to the provided amenities, particularly a serene luxury spa, for the utmost in relaxation. Take a plunge in the pool under the sun plus you can visit the well-equipped gym so that you can keep up with your fitness routine at sea. Soak up the bubbles in style in the deck jacuzzi.

After You benefits from some excellent features to improve your charter, particularly an elevator, making any part of the yacht quickly and easily accessible. Whether you want to work, use social media or stream movies on board this yacht, you can with Wi-Fi connectivity plus guests will experience complete comfort while chartering thanks to air conditioning.

Performance & Range

Built with a aluminium hull and aluminium superstructure, she benefits from a semi-displacement hull to provide exceptional seakeeping and impressive speeds. Powered by twin MTU engines, she comfortably cruises at 17 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 25 knots with a range of up to 4,500 nautical miles from her 125,000 litre fuel tanks at 12 knots. After You features at-anchor stabilizers providing exceptional comfort levels.

Onboard After You has a range of toys and accessories to keep you and your guests entertained on the water throughout your stay. Take to the sea on a Jet Ski offering you power and control on the water. Guests can feel the wind in their hair and jump the waves on a Yamaha FX- SHO-CR WaveRunner. Also there are waterskis that are hugely entertaining whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro. If that isn't enough After You also features a seabob, wakeboards, fishing equipment and snorkelling equipment. After You features two tenders, but leading the pack is a 7.5m/24'7" Vaudrey Miller Limo Tender to transport you in style.

After You and her crew are available for charter this summer for cruising within the Caribbean and Central America. She is already accepting bookings this winter for cruising in Bermuda and the Caribbean.

With its luxurious interiors, vast array of onboard facilities and a highly-trained and professional crew, a luxury yacht vacation onboard motor yacht After You promises to be nothing short of spectacular.

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Amenities & Entertainment

For your relaxation and entertainment After You has the following facilities, for more details please speak to your yacht charter broker.

After You is reported to be available to Charter with the following recreation facilities:

• 7.5m  /  24'7 Vaudrey Miller Limo Tender
• 5.49m  /  18' Castoldi Rescue Boat

For a full list of all available amenities & entertainment facilities, or price to hire additional equipment please contact your broker.

After You Awards & Nominations

• The World Superyacht Awards 2012 Best Three-deck Semi-Displacement or Planing Motor Yacht Finalist
• The ShowBoats Design Awards 2012 Interior Design Award: Semi-displacement Motor Yachts Finalist
• The ShowBoats Design Awards 2012 Exterior Design & Styling Award: Semi-displacement Motor Yachts Finalist
• The ShowBoats Design Awards 2012 Bespoke Furniture Award Finalist
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For a full list of all available amenities & entertainment facilities, or price to hire additional equipment please contact your broker.

'After You' Charter Rates & Destinations

Summer Season

May - September

$350,000 p/week + expenses

High Season

Cruising Regions

Caribbean Cuba Central America Belize, Costa Rica, Mexico

Winter Season

October - April

Bermuda Caribbean Antigua, Bahamas, Cuba, Saint Martin, St Barts Central America Belize, Costa Rica

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2011   Heesen    180ft  /  55m

AFTER YOU Yacht Charter

AFTER YOU is actively available for charter in several cruising destinations.

The luxury motor yacht AFTER YOU, previously named QUINTA ESSENTIA, was built by Heesen and delivered to her owner in 2011, she later underwent a refit in 2022.

The exterior of AFTER YOU is designed by Dobroserdov Design.

The 180ft / 55m AFTER YOU has been constructed with a aluminum hull and is powered by 2x Diesel Electric engines with a cruising speed of 15 knots and a top speed of 17 knots.

Charter guest accommodation

AFTER YOU has been designed to comfortably accommodate up to 12 charter guests in 6 suites.

The guest cabins comprise a primary suite with a king size bed and en-suite bathroom facilities, a cabin with a queen size bed and en-suite bathroom facilities and 4 cabins with a double bed and en-suite bathroom facilities.

Your luxury charter crew

Your luxury charter on board motor yacht AFTER YOU will be managed by the crew of 13 including the captain.

The crew will ensure you have a relaxed and enjoyable charter experience with all of your needs catered for while on board.

The 13 crew have their own separate crew quarters allowing guests to enjoy increased levels of privacy.

Amenities & Entertainment

Amenities on board for the charter guests include Air Conditioning, Beach club, Beauty salon, Exercise equipment, Light fishing gear, Gym, Helipad, iPod dock, Jacuzzi on deck, Sauna, Spa, Stabilizers At Anchor and Swimming pool.

An extensive list of further amenities and water toys can be seen under the features and amenities section.

Yacht charter destinations

AFTER YOU is Currently cruising in the Caribbean, the West Coast South America and East Coast South America.

Sample itineraries for the cruising destinations can be supplied by your professional charter broker allowing you to plan your luxury yacht charter vacation in detail.

West Coast South America

• Galapagos Islands
• Columbia Pacific

East Coast South America

• Columbia Caribbean
• Air Conditioning
• Beauty salon
• Exercise equipment
• Light fishing gear
• Jacuzzi on deck
• Stabilizers At Anchor
• Swimming pool
• Inflatable Watertoys
• Tube - towable
• Water skis - adult
• Waverunner (Sit Down)
• Snorkeling Gear
• Underwater scooter
• 26ft/8m RIB
• Castoldi jet

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much to charter after you.

AFTER YOU has a weekly charter price starting at $350,000 and an estimated daily charter price of $58,300.

How many guests on board AFTER YOU?

AFTER YOU can accommodate 12 sleeping guests on board in 6 cabins.

Where is AFTER YOU currently located?

AFTER YOU was last seen in Turkey.

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How To Name A Boat: Inspiration, Dos, Don’ts, And More

A good boat requires a good name. A nameless boat is a sorry sight to behold—and there are more nameless boats out there than you’d think. It’s not hard to see why. Coming up with potential boat names is no easy task. There are certain conventions you might feel obliged to follow. Cool boat names seem to be required to have a bit of wit about them. Funny boat names often need to be built on top of a hilarious and subtle pun. And naturally, these names have to be unique boat names.

Well, that’s what people think anyway. The truth is that good boat names don’t have to be funny, witty, unique, or particularly clever. They just have to be special to you.

But that still requires some thought though.

Contrary to popular belief, you can take as long as you need to come up with a good name. Despite what tradition and superstition suggests, you can use your boat before going through the motions of a christening ceremony . A boat can remain nameless until the perfect name occurs to you. It’s not going to fall under some maritime curse, and you won’t anger the gods if you take it for a spin before you’ve given it a name.

Besides, even a brand new boat has probably been tested in the water before it was delivered, either by the manufacturer or by prospective buyers. If any sea god was to be offended, they didn’t do anything about it then, and if any curse was to fall on anyone, it would be on the person who did the quality assurance, and not you.

Granted, it takes some of the romance out of those old nautical christening traditions, but surely it’s better to christen you boat at a later date with a name that it truly deserves rather than rush into a christening with a poorly chosen moniker? Wouldn’t it be better to select a name that suits your boat’s character after you’ve had time to properly get to know each other? Taking your time makes a lot more sense, right?

Even if you decided to take your time, you might still require a little bit of inspiration. Here are a few important things to keep in mind as you start your search for the best boat names.

How To Choose A Boat Name

If you’re struggling to find a boat name that reflects your personality, try some of these approaches. It beats wading through pages and pages of boat puns that don’t fit the bill. Instead, take these ideas on board and come up with something special.

#01. Keep it short

Good ship names are short and memorable. Ideally, you should aim for a name that’s a single word. You can go up to three if you think it needs it, but any more is overkill. Single words are best: they’re easy to remember, cheaper to print (if you’re paying for your boat decals per character!), and easy to understand. It’s important that they’re easy to understand, especially when you have to make your presence known over the radio waves .

#02. Aim close to home

By close to home, we mean think of your family. Popular boat names come directly from close bonds. The name of a person you love, or a beloved family pet, or the name of a place that holds some kind of significance in your heart. All of these can make unique boat names that mean something distinctly personal to you. Historically, naming your boat after someone special was a common theme. These days, you can riff off of that theme in a number of ways.

#03. Make it personal

Think about your profession, or a particular hobby that helps define you as a person, and see if you can come up with a name that symbolizes those things. A police officer’s boat could be called the Black Maria , while an attorney might get a thrill out of naming their boat Sea Trial , or Miss Demenour . In terms of hobbyists, a clarinet enthusiast might use a name lie Woodwind, or a gypsy jazz aficionado might like a name like Django .

#04. Use pop culture

Another way of coming up with good boat names is to mine your book, film, and music collection. If you have a favorite book, why not choose something straight from its pages? Don’t go for the obvious Moby Dick Pequod , but try branching out and finding something more subtle. Naturally, they don’t have to be nautical in nature, but a nautical sounding name is always a solid choice for a boat name.

#05. Use comedy

There’s no shortage of comedy out on the water. Some boat names are hilarious puns, or rely on a bit of double entendre to create a memorable name. Cirrhosis of the River , Nauti-Buoy , Master Baiter, and similar sounding names are always good value. If you’re looking for good fishing boat names, do a Google search for British fish and chip shops. Those guys know how to come up with a fishing-related name or two. The Codfather , Oh My Cod , Fishcotheque …Sure, they’re oddly specific, but they’re also pretty funny.

#06. Use a name generator

If you’re really stuck for inspiration, you can always try using a name generator. These generators use random selection to come up with apt and interesting names. Since choosing a boat name seems to be a regular problem for boaters, we’ve put together our own boat name generator to help you out.

#07. Try something traditional

If in doubt, you can always play it safe by going for something traditional. You can’t go wrong with something from the classics, or something from ancient mythology. Elemental gods are great choices, and you could use Poseidon after the God of the Sea, or Boreas, Notus, Eurus, or Zephyr, after the gods of the North, South, East, and West Winds respectively. You can’t go wrong with something classic, so if you run out of ideas, go with something like this.

In Summary: The Truth About Boat Names

There’s no shortage of advice about finding the perfect boat name, and there’s no shortage of superstition out there too. Some will tell you that you can’t name it this, or you can’t call it that, and that you shouldn’t sail before you’ve put a name on it. At the end of the day, superstition is superstition. Don’t let a bit of superstition get in the way of you doing things your way.

Choose a name that you like, when you’re good and ready, and display it proudly on your transom. As long as it isn’t offensive and you can say it clearly in an emergency, then name it whatever you want.

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6 Helpful Tips for Naming A Boat (With 26 Examples)

Once you’ve purchased your boat, it’s time to find the perfect name. Regardless of what type of vessel you’re naming, there are several things you should keep in mind.

In this article, we’ll cover everything you need to know about naming your boat.

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Why is my boat’s name so important?

The tradition of naming your boat is as old as sailing itself. A boat’s name often says more about the owner of the vessel than the boat itself. You should put the same careful consideration into your boat’s name as you would with a new pet.

The name of your boat may often be the way you’re remembered in ports and harbors around the world. While individual names may be difficult to remember, someone will always remember the day they spent showing the Ankle Baiter’s crew around the shoreline. 

Another reason that your boat’s name is important is that you’ll often reference it during VHF radio communications. A short and simple name works best for these scenarios, however, don’t let that discourage you from being creative!

What is the ceremony people do around naming a boat?

Boats that are named without going through a ceremony are said to be afflicted with bad luck and bad weather.

A traditional boat ceremony involves:

• Lot’s of good friends
• Naming the boat by smashing a bottle of wine or champagne on the boat’s bow

Even if you don’t believe in superstitions, it’s a good idea to throw a ceremony anyway.

A traditional boat naming ceremony can be a fun way to gather your friends and family together to celebrate your new boat. 

Where do you put the name on a boat?

Typically, the boat name is placed on the transom and the sides of the vessel. When you register your boat’s name with either the state or federal government, you should check to see if there are any requirements for how to display your boat’s name. 

The most common way to put your boat’s name on the transom is using vinyl stickers, however, you can also hand paint your boat’s name to provide more style.

The lettering of your boat’s name should stand out against your boat and be legible. 

You can also show some boat pride by getting your boat’s name on custom life rings, life jackets, shirts, and hats. These accessories can provide a fun flair to your boating trips and be a conversation starter around the world. If you’ve got a longer name or slogan in mind for your boat, you can use a simple version for the boat itself and the full version of your custom accessories.

Is it considered bad luck to name a boat?

It is not considered bad luck to name your boat, however, some consider it bad luck to rename a boat.

If you purchase a boat that already has a name, you can consider keeping your boat’s name or go through a boat renaming ceremony if you don’t believe in superstitions, like me. 

According to legend, when renaming a boat you should carefully remove all references to the old name before blessing the boat with a new name.

How do I brainstorm a good boat name?

The best boat name is one you’ll see yourself happy with ten years from now. While it may take some time for the perfect name to come to you, be patient.

Don’t rush to name your boat after the first clever pun that pops into your head!

There’s no hard and fast rule that defines what makes a good boat name. Go with something that is both meaningful and easy for you to remember. As a last resort, there’s nothing wrong with using a name generator or one of our examples for your boat’s name.

Keep it simple

Short names that are no longer than three words make the best boat names. Popular traditional boat names such as Odyssey, Liquid Assets, and Seas the Day make use of this convention. 

You will often have to say your boat’s name over the VHF radio. This is why it’s important to say potential boat names out loud when you’re brainstorming. You don’t want to lose precious moments during an emergency explaining what your boat’s name actually is, for instance, Lakeside Spotter can easily sound like “taking on water” over a bad radiofrequency.

Try out some humor

A clever pun can make for a great boat name. The best pun-based boat names are those that are clean and easily understood. You don’t want to pick a boat name you need to explain at every dock or gets the local authorities to pay special attention to you. 

Idioms and common expressions can make for fantastic boat names. Even a simple play on words can turn into the perfect boat name. For example, you can name your fishing boat something simple yet humorous such as Reel Time or ‘Bout That Bass.

Remember that you’ll be saying your boat’s name over the VHF radio, and you never know who may be listening in. Keep your boat’s name relatively clean and leave the raunchy humor at home.

Make it personal

Naming your boat after a loved one can be a great choice. Whether you pick your grandmother’s name or your daughter’s name, naming your boat after someone you care for can make for a meaningful boat name. While boats are most traditionally named after women, there’s nothing wrong with naming your boat after a special man in your life!

Try playing around with different words around your loved one’s name, such as:

• A title, such as Lady Louise or Queen Caroline
• A play on words, such as Sunny Side Up
• A play on traditional boat names, such as Isla Time

Another great way to name your boat is by incorporating your career or other hobbies. Your job is often a great starting point for idiom or joke based boat names.

For example, a teacher could brainstorm names such as Teacher’s Pet , Summertime, and Weighted Average .

Get creative

Some of the most memorable boat names are the most creative. This is why it can pay off to sit and think on your boat’s name rather than going with the first name you think of. A unique boat name may take longer to think of, but it can be worth it to find the perfect name for your vessel.

Keep a running list of all the boat names you come across that you enjoy. Often, you’ll be able to create your own unique name using bits and pieces of other names. Inspiration for your boat name can come from many sources such as television, music, or movies.

Don’t limit yourself to strictly nautical inspiration for your vessel’s perfect name!

Consider your boat’s type

You can always use your boat’s model to find inspiration for a good boat name. Pontoon boats named Looney Toon or Toondock Saints will find a place alongside small boats named Tiny Dancer and Toy Rocket. Try to avoid overused or cliche names if you can.

For bass and fishing boats, many turn to inside jokes and puns to find the right name. Keep in mind what you fish for (and catch) most often when you’re brainstorming names. It doesn’t make sense to name your bass boat after a catfish joke! 

If you’re looking for ideas for your fishing boat’s name, consider the following as inspiration:

• Bass Junkie
• The Big One
• Angler Management
• Fishy Business

Sailboats and their owners can dream up a variety of names. Sailboats are often named in ways that remind you of the call of the ocean, such as:

• Dreamweaver

Find yourself with a small boat? Even the smallest vessel can provide you with endless fun. Consider where and when you’ll be using your small boat the most when brainstorming names.

If you’re looking for something more traditional for your small boat, there’s plenty of names to consider, like:

• River Runner

Your boat name says a lot about you

The name of your boat not only speaks to who you are, but what you plan to do with the boat. The perfect name for your boat may not come to you right away. It’s important that you give yourself time to think about different names and to try saying them out loud.

While you may believe that inside joke between you and your fishing buddies may make a great name for your new boat, will it be easy to convey your boat’s name when you’re in an emergency? Will you be able to say your boat’s name with a straight face when children are present?

These are important things to consider if you plan on visiting a variety of different ports that won’t know the backstory behind your boat’s name.

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How to Name a Boat: Complete Guide to Choosing The Perfect Name

One of the most exciting aspects of being a new boat owner is naming your vessel. Take a drive to the local marina, walk around the slips, and you’re sure to see plenty of interesting boat names.

From “Golden Slipper” to “Angelica” and many more, there are so many options for selecting your boat’s name that it can leave you swamped with indecision.

Whether you want to name your boat after your favorite song, a pun, or a short quote, settling on the right name takes some time.

One thing is for sure when you complete the christening ceremony and name your vessel, there’s no going back from your decision.

We put together this helpful guide on how to name a boat to take the stress and hassle out of the task.

Why Do We Name Boats?

Most of us don’t name our cars like the “General Lee” from the “Dukes of Hazard” or “Kit” from “Knight Rider.” However, naming a boat is essential. It’s a part of maritime tradition and a blessing of good luck for the vessel and its voyages.

The culture of naming boats started more than a thousand years ago. Captains would name their vessels after gods as a sign of tribute and respect, asking the deity to watch over the boat and its crew while at sea.

Some sailors believed the choice of name for the vessel could mean the difference between a successful journey and being lost at sea. Christening a boat has always included a ceremony involving the use of wine or champagne or some form of elite beverage that’s hard to procure.

The custom started with boat owners pouring the wine over the boat as an offering to the gods. The ceremony would occur under the full moon’s light at high tide. Gradually, the culture evolved to include breaking bottles of champagne on the boat’s bow as a symbol of success and good luck when christening modern boats.

Should You Rename a Boat?

After you settle on a name for your boat, you’re kind of stuck with it for good. One of the deepest superstitions in the boating world revolves around renaming boats and the misfortune it brings to the crew and captain during journeys.

The myth of renaming boats and receiving bad luck extends back to the early days of sailing. When captains would rename boats, it was a shun to the deity or god they previously named the vessel after, defying their influence in the crew and captains’ safety at sea.

The original myth states that “the Ledger of the Deep” records the name of every sea-faring vessel taking to the ocean. The Ledger of the Deep is the god Poseidon’s personal record book. A captain would have to purge the vessel’s original name from the ledger to avoid bad luck bestowed upon himself and his crew. The captain would have to rid the world of every mention of the boat’s name to stay on the good side of the Greek god.

Most captains would burn the old name board of the boat and cast the ashes to the sea. After destroying all the parts of the ship bearing the vessel’s original name, you’ll have to conduct another christening ceremony using a special spell that we can’t repeat here.

Completing the ceremony is absolutely essential before heading out to sea, or captains run the risk of encountering the wrath of Poseidon.

Boat Naming Superstitions

The boating community also has several superstitions for christening and naming boats. Most of them involve no-go names that might bring you bad luck.

For example, naming the vessel after a hurricane or big storm at sea isn’t a good idea. Also, naming it after sunken vessels is a bad move, so forget about calling it the next “Titanic.”

Tradition also shows that it’s unlucky to name a boat with a name starting with the letter “O” or “A.” It’s also important to never perform a christening ceremony on a Friday.

Why Do Sailors Call Boats “She?”

One of the interesting phenomena around naming boats is that most owners choose to give them female names. Most people will also refer to vessels using the pronoun “she.” So, why do we link boats to the female gender?

The reality is that no one really knows why people started referring to ships and boats in the female form. One of the most reasonable answers for the practice comes from the early tradition of christening boats over a millennia ago.

Most captains would christen their boat with a goddess’ name. The tradition stuck, and that’s the most likely reason why we refer to boats and yachts as “she,” and it’s also why some motorists use it for their cars as well.

Top Tips for Naming a Boat

We recommend keeping the name of your boat short and sweet. There’s no need to use a string of words like “Gods Brilliant and Beautiful Sunrise” for your boat. “Gods Sunrise” would be a better choice. Stick to one or two words and seven to ten letters for the name.

The name needs to be short enough to fit on transoms and easy for the coast guard and others vessels to understand during emergency radio communications. Regardless of the marine superstitions involved with naming your boat, you want to choose something timeless that you won’t need to change later.

So, naming the boat after your wife is a bad idea since if you end up getting divorced, you’re likely going to want to change the boat’s name.

Most boat owners will name the vessel after a hobby or interest they have in their life that they are passionate about. For instance, if you’re a doctor, you could name the boat something like “Prescription,” “Doctor’s Order’s,” or “Checkup.”

Choosing a name with a double meaning or a pun is also a popular choice. For example, if you’re a legal professional, you could name the boat “Winning,” “Knot Guilty,” or “The Verdict.” The name should match the owner’s identity and the boat itself.

A good name blends the owner’s personality with how they managed to procure the boat in their life. For example, if you’re a firefighter naming a cruiser, you could call the vessel the “Hook and Hose.” However, if you’re looking for a name that would suit a high-performance boat, “Backdraft” or “Inferno” might be a better choice.

It’s also common for people to name boats after their favorite movie or song. However, we recommend keeping the name to a nautical reference if you go this route. Calling your boat “The Black Pearl” after the legendary vessel from the “Pirates of the Caribbean” franchise would be a good example.

Here are the key takeaways you need to know about naming your boat.

• Choose a name that’s one to three words long.
• The name should fit on the transom.
• The name needs to be easy to read and repeat in emergency communications.
• Don’t name the boat after emergency situations, such as “man overboard.”
• Keep it classy and avoid racists and sexist names.
• Remember, you’re going to have to say the name over the radio to strangers at some time, so don’t name the boat anything that’s embarrassing to repeat over an open channel.

Considerations for Naming Your Boat

How big is the vessel.

What is the size of the boat?

What Type of Boat Do You Want to Name?

Is it a traditional sailing yacht? A superyacht? A bay boat or a bass boat? The type of boat and its purpose could give you a few ideas.

What is the Personality of the Boat?

What are the unique characteristics of your boat?

What Mood Should the Name Convey to Passengers?

Does the boat’s name inspire humor, confidence, adventure, or relaxation?

What Is Your Favorite Marine Animal?

Dolphins, sharks, rays, whales – there are plenty of options.

What Do You Do for a Living?

How do you earn money?

What Do You Do for Fun?

What are your hobbies and passions in life?

Other considerations.

• What pop culture references do you love? What songs and movies are your favorites?
• Think about a traditional swashbuckling name for the vessel.
• Try a lifestyle name or use a foreign language term.

Try a Name Generator if You’re Stuck for Ideas

If you really have no idea what to name your boat, you can rely on technology to handle the naming process for you. You’ll find a few boat name generators online offering you everything you need to name your vessel.

Enter a few inputs like your name, profession, and favorite pastimes of movies and songs, and the generator calculates the name for you, giving you several options.

• https://www.lingerandlook.com/Names/BoatNames.htm
• https://www.fantasynamegenerators.com/ship-names.php
• https://www.names4brands.com/boat-name-generator.php

Settling On the Right Name for Your Boat

It will take some time to settle on the right name for your boat. To boat owners, the practice of naming their boat is nearly as important as naming a child. Like your kids, you can’t just rename the boat a few months later to something else. Poseidon wouldn’t agree.

We recommend you write down a list of your top five to ten names and keep them on your phone for a week or so. Stare at the list every time you have a spare moment, and some of the names will begin to; look more attractive than others.

Ask your friends and family members for suggestions based on your ideas. Toss around your list of names with colleagues at work and keep the names in the back of your mind at all times.

The more feedback you get, the easier the selection process gets. By the end of the second week, you’ll have your boat’s new name ready for the christening ceremony.

Christening a Boat with its New Name

Cultures around the world have differences in how they christen boats. The Vikings are the first culture to christen ships.

However, they didn’t do it by cracking a bottle of champagne. Instead, they would make a human sacrifice to the gods as a way to bless the crew.

Middle-age European traditions involved sprinkling holy water over the boat.

The British Navy started the popular culture of smashing a bottle of high-quality champagne on the boat’s bow. This practice is no longer honored due to the environmental waste caused by the broken bottle in the Marina.

Some of the common modern christening ceremonies are the following.

• Gather your friends and family to launch your boat for the first time.
• Pass around a glass of champagne to everyone for a celebratory drink.
• Place a large green leaf, like a palm, on the bow to symbolize the safe return to the land from your voyages.
• Name the boat with a toast and pour a glass of champagne out over the bow.

Take Your Family or Friends Out for a Ride

After naming the boat, it’s time to take everyone out on the lake, river, or ocean for a spin. Remember to take it easy on your christening drive.

The last thing you need is to go too fast and end up in an accident on your first time on the boat – that would be severe bad luck for future journeys. Play it safe and take a slow christening drive – resist the urge to open the throttle on your maiden voyage.

If you decide to go against the norm and smash a bottle of bubbly on the bow, remember this; The bottle is likely more durable than you think.

You might end up swinging it, only to find the bottle doesn’t break. However, the impact may cause damage to the hull and the paintwork, cracking the gel coating, ruining the finish of the vessel. Targeting a stainless steel cleat is a better choice than the fiberglass hull.

If you want to save the environment, we recommend placing the bottle inside a carrier bag as you swing it. This strategy collects the glass from the break instead of going into the marina where it might cut people’s feet.

John is an experienced journalist and veteran boater. He heads up the content team at BoatingBeast and aims to share his many years experience of the marine world with our readers.

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Do you stay traditional and name your boat after a sweetheart? If you've been jilted, do you name your boat something bitter as a form of catharsis? If you're not interested in naming your boat after a dame, your boat's name could represent a struggle you've overcome, a quest you're beginning, or something as simple as the cocktail you plan on sipping while at the helm.  Learn how to name your boat and see some of the country's best boat names.  

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Jokers beware: as the  British NERC researchers  can tell you, the name of your boat says a lot about you, and leaves a lasting impression.

To take a page out of the Halcyon Passages boating blog: 

You can name your boat anything you want to and my opinion is just that. And that opinion is that a name should be one word sometimes two, but one if you can do it. Under no circumstances should it be a whole sentence. ...I miss the days of boats with real names like, Victory, Ranger, Dauntless, and Endeavor.  When I send a distress call announcing that the vessel, that I have treated with such pride and respect, is taking me straight to the bottom, the Coast Guard undoubtedly will say, “Holy cow, now that’s a great boat name.”

How to Choose A Boat Name

1. check how common it is.

Before choosing a name, please give it a run through one of the boat name databases available online, and check out the annual BoatUS Top 10 Boat Names List . If you choose a popular name, and in particular a name that is popular in your boating region, there's a good chance you'll eventually cross paths with your name-doppelgänger and cause some confusion over the radio waves.

2. Check for adaptability

Imagine the scenarios in which you'll say or hear your boat's name. Envision yourself needing to call your boat name over a VHF, as you'll likely need to do many times before you and your boat part ways. As per PropTalk's recommendation, "Imagine yourself using this new name three times on Channel 16. Consider how easy it is to say and how easy it is for other boats to understand." What will it look like if your boat makes front-page headlines?

If you're a sailor, imagine winning a regatta. Do you want to hear "Congratulations,  B-Yacht'ch !" when you approach the podium? (...Maybe! It actually has a fun ring to it.) Once you've chosen a name, head to the  United States Coast Guard site  to make it official.

3. Make it official

Once you've settled on a name, you can head over to the United States Coast Guard site to get all the information you need to make it official.

Boat Name Superstitions

Once named, superstition dictates that it's bad luck to change the name of a boat. But if you must, check out this blog to see the tradition that follows (as with most things in boating), which can clear your boat of bad juju.  One boat renaming ceremony we found: place a piece of paper with the boat name on it in a small box, burn the box, then release the ashes into the sea or river. If you're not one for superstition, you're not alone – mainly as this one may have come about to dodge the attention of tax agencies when a large ship changed hands.

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Don't call it a comeback! By far the easiest way to name a boat: ditch its predecessor. Whether your last vessel had a run-in with the sea floor or you wanted an upgrade, calling your second, third, and fourth boat after the first is a breeze. You don't even have to change the artwork on the boat decal. If you're attached to a boat name, there's no shame in wanting to keep it. Rendezvous II, Abigail Rose II, Act III, Adventure Us IIII – all names worthy of a second life.

Our favorite Repeat boat name in this category in 2016:  Nailed It Again

The 2017 Dockwa team favorites:  Double Down II ,  Karma II ,  Ship of Fools III

2018: Final Escape Plan and CurrentSea  

2019:  Have A Fun III – see the backstory and all the favorites of 2019

2020: Ai-Ki  – see the backstory and all the favorites of 2020  

2021: Sans Souci  – see the backstory and all 2021 favorites

The Workaholic

Whether you're obsessed with your job, want to reference how much you hate it, or see boating as a business networking opportunity, naming your boat something related to your occupation opens up a world of boat name puns to help break the ice when you're out on the water.

Our favorites of 2016:  Exit Strategy, Knot On Call , and  Floating Doc

2017's workhorses (or work-escapees):  FHARFRUMWORKEN  and  Aye Doctor

2018:  Effervescence and Monkey Sea  

2019:  Plane To Sea 

2020: Between Wakes

2021: Bone Voyage

The Love Boat

Naming a boat after the love of your life doesn't just score brownie points; it carries on an age-old tradition of naming ships after wives.

Our pals at GetMyBoat did the research on this one:

There are several theories about how this came to be. One is that since the word for “ship” in the languages of the Mediterranean was feminine, the gender of the ship remained the same even in languages in which the word for ship or boat was male or gender-neutral. Another theory is that since boats were traditionally given female names, they became associated with women. In addition, working boats and ships were historically manned by all-male crews. Some ships, like whaling ships, would be at sea for years at a time, and would have a closer relationship with the boat than the mothers, wives, or sweethearts they left behind on shore. Legend has it that ships would sometimes behave like women too, with their own personalities and the specific ways they liked to be handled.

In the Dockwa boat list we found a few  Carol Annes , a handful of  Jenny s, a  Jeaninne III  and a slew of boats named after their missus's -  Miss Molly, Miss Megan, Miss Maggie , the list goes on.

Our favorite Dockwa boat name in 2016:  Captain's Lady . Gotta give the captain credit for the built-in flexibility.

Our 2017 pick:  Sweet Caroline . Even if you're not a Boston fan, we love a boat name that gets the harbor humming.

2018: Lost Keys 

2019: Mr. T and Me 

2020: Platinum Dream

2021: P aumanok and Booger

The Weatherbird

The Eskimo language may have more than 100 words for "snow," but we'd be willing to bet that the number of terms for wind puts that to shame. As well there should be – every day on the breeze is different. So if a particular day or type of wind strikes your fancy, or stays with you for reasons you can't quite describe, perhaps you're a Weatherbird.

Our favorite wind-related Dockwa boat names in 2016:  Second Wind , and  Wind Chaser

The 2017 favorite:  Bris de Mer , which a boater relayed to us translates into French for "Breaking of Sea" – Sea Breaker. Lovely!

2018:  Stella Maris 

2019: Sowwanin II

2020: Irish Hurricane

2021: Witch of November

The Competitor You know them when you see them. When you read the name on the scratch sheet, these are the boats that give you a chill. You don't just want it to win. You want it to crush every other boat in the regatta. Comanche, Dark Star, and SPOOKIE are some of our favorites to see on the start lines. Favorite competitive boat names of 2016:  Triumph  and  STOLEN Our fastest pick for 2017:  Flight Risk 2018:  Bird of Prey 2019: None this year, but to make up for it we added a "Boater's Best Friend" category. This year's winner was Bosun:  We named our boat as well as our dog Bosun. Both are well trusted, dependable, and reliable. The definition of “bosun” suits both the dog as well as our boat well: "a ship's officer in charge of equipment and the crew." – Chris W., Rowayton, CT.  Check out this new category! 2020:  Lady Minx 2021: Miss Mayhem Goddess, Spirits, and Legends Boating can teach you several things: resourcefulness, independence, geography, cooking, and, of course, a wealth of information about obscure Germanic/Greek/Norse deities, fantastic legends, and eerie seafaring stories. Looking to tales is an excellent way to find a name for your boat that is unique and classic. A few of our favorites:  Calliope , the Greek muse often associated with eloquence and epic poetry,  Valkyrie , the Norse figures who choose those who may die in battle and those who may live, and  Freyja , a Norse goddess associated with love, sex, beauty, fertility , and gold. Our favorite goddess-themed boat name of 2016:  Hespera , the Greek spirit of immortality. 2017's pick: We like the sound of  Pyewacket , which was one of the spirits in the story of the witches of Essex, England, in 1644, described as both an imp and a polecat by the "witch" who claimed they visited her. If not that origin story, the boat could be named for the 1967 children's novel of the same name, in which the main character is an alley cat.  2018:  Dea Latis  2019:  Alobar 2020: Vayu 2021: PINCOYA The Heartstrings Whether you had your heart broken or lost your fortune in a drunken night of gambling–or both–naming a boat after your tale of woe can be cathartic. For instance, we can't imagine a vessel named After Child Support  had happy beginnings. The boat name that most stood out in the Dockwa roster:  Life's a Wreck . Hope everything's okay, buddy! 2017's, er, winners:  Bittersweet  and  Grumpy Old Man .  2018: Solace , No Regrets , Fighting Lady , and T n T Too  2019:  Knot A Day Goes By  2020: Burnt Out 2021: Peregrine The Musician Three Little Birds, Comfortably Numb, Aleggro, Adagio, Calypso, Cantada  –captains love music! From classical to contemporary, naming your boat after your favorite tune can give you a theme song to blast as you leave the harbor (we're looking at you,  Wild T'ing ), or a go-to to crank up once you've reached calm waters and are sipping on wine. Our favorite musically-themed boat name of 2016:  White Album , who apparently chose the name to avoid having to put the name on the hull.  Our 2017 pick:  The Madman Across the Water . Kudos to this captain for being boating-apropos while showing us there's more to  the Elton John album  than Tiny Dancer. We also love  Hotel California  – if we see that boat we'd expect the crew aboard to be living it up while living aboard.  2018:  Three Little Birds 2019:  Row Jimmy 2020: Bellini 2021: Alestorm The Fun-Lovin' Free-Wheeler! Boat Drinks! Comfortably Numb! Yolo!  You'll get no judgment from us. People buy boats for different reasons, and if yours is to have a boozy getaway on the water, so be it! But, be careful with this naming category. If the name is too on the nose, "Getting Slizzard" anyone?, don't be surprised when Coasties show up to survey the scene. Our favorite fun-lovin' boat name of 2016:  Zimbabalooba! Sounds like a wacky good time.  For 2017, we have a soft spot for  Dune Buggy . We imagine this is a sporty little runabout!  2018: Mad Cap 2019:  Too Much Weekend 2020: Weekend Bender 2021: Bad Idea The Pop Culture Fan From the The S.S. Minnow to Cast Away to the Pirate Ship Revenge , harbors always seem to have their fair share of pop culture references.  Our favorite pop-culture boat name of 2016:  Honey Badger . We assume this boat's namesake is the  2011 nature video  that went viral after some creative narrating, which would lead us to also assume that the owners of this boat don't care and have a pretty fun sense of humor.  2017's winner:  Kobayashi Maru  hands down. The name is apropos for referencing the captain's test in J.J. Abrams' 2009 Star Trek reboot, and has an even sweeter connotation for Trek fans who know that this test is designed to be unbeatable, to see how a captain reacts in a no-win scenario. (Spoiler alert) Even better: the test is beaten by a captain who doesn't believe in no-win scenarios. Live long and prosper.  2018:  Squalus  2019:  Shortshank Redemption  2020: McHale’s Navy 2021: Millenium Dolphin The Pun Master Some people love a good pun–enough to slap one on the stern of a boat that will likely be one of the most significant investments they make in their life. Pun names are harmless, even if they are groan-worthy, to name a few:  ABSeas, Comocean, YEAH BOUY, Knot So Fast, Nauti Girl, Ships n' Giggles, Fanta-Sea,  and  Extra-Sea . Catamaran owners seem particularly guilty of indulging in puns, with names like  Cat-astrophe, KatAttack, Katnip, and  Katatonic . And then there are the puns that get a bit more risque–the afore-mentioned  B-Yacht'ch ,  Morning Wood , and  Master Baiter (Do you bring your mothers on that boat?). We'll keep things a little more G-Rated for our boat name pick.

Our favorite punny boat name of 2016:  Seas the Dream .

2017's punmaster: Whichever pirate owns  Arrr-n-Arrrr . 

2018:  Jaunty

2019:  Ship Show

2020: DEBAITABLE

2021: Pied à mer 

The Storyteller When perusing the long list of Dockwa boaters, many don't fit into one of the previous categories, and some in particular give pause. Twenty Two Bucks ? What's the story there? Witch of Tilloo ? Definitely needed to google that. Did the owner of Triple Dog Dare Ya buy their boat on a dare?  Ou r 2016 favorite boat name:  Against All Odds . 2017:  Chocolate Socks.  If you see a vessel by this name at your docks or on your mooring field, please approach with caution and get the story of this odd name. 2018:  OH NO 2019:  Deja Blue 2020: Off The Rails 2021: Sheekasay The Linguist In 2017 we updated this post to include another category, as we felt compelled salute captains whose boat names are nod to a cultural sentiment they appreciate or their own family's culture. This year's pick s:  Andiamo! , Italian for "Let's go!" and  Ladatio , which we've learned is Hindi for "scandal." 2018's favorite:  Satori Blue 2019:  Lagniappe 2020: Tallawah 2021: Hahalua All in the Family 2018:  OutNumbered : I am fortunate to have a wonderful wife & two teenage daughters... however I am truly outnumbered at home & in everything I do. We laugh that people at various ports/marinas sometimes ask if I am an accountant or deal with numbers to which I respond, you will see in a minute as the family comes aboard! – Dan F., Newport RI 2019:  Thisldu 2020: Beau Twyde 2021: The Belfry and Muthashp Paying Homage 2018:  Gray Ghost : My boat is a gray Robalo R227 named after my father’s ship in the navy. Officially the USS Newport News, the heavy cruiser earned the nickname “The Gray Ghost from the East Coast” during her service in Vietnam, due to numerous missions taking fire without being hit. Her sister ship USS Salem is berthed in Quincy MA. – Randy B.  2019:  Nauti Nelli 2020: Cupecoy 2021: Steinsvika Dinghy Duos We've seen some cute as heck dinghy names over the past year and thought they warranted their category. We, of course, love when they have their boat name backstory, particularly when they're a standalone vessel instead of a +1, but we also love when the name is a nod to the mothership.  2020: A close family friend joined the Special Operations Unit for the Marines and was KIA. During his brutal training where all he wanted to do was give up he would recite the phrase in his head "Beast mode no breaks." This phrase became common among our families aft er. Our boat is named Beast Mode and our tender is named No Breaks .  2021: Bubblecuffer A Boater's Best Friend 2019: Bosun 2020: Alpha Dog 2021: Gunny's Dream Literary Reference Boat Names 2020: SKYMARK  came from a poem from Robert Frost bemoaning being somewhat lost at sea on a cloudy night and asking the clouds to part so he could find his old "sky marks" in the heavens so he could once again determine his location; thus the name. I have used it since my first sailboat in 1981. 2021: Vagrant Gypsy Money Matters 2020: Bottom's Up : Purchased from the funds of liquor sales at Bourbon Street Pub in Key West.  – Conch Harbor Marine, Key West, FL 2021: Ka-Ching and A LOAN AT SEA   These Modern Times / Current Event Boat Names 2020 : Covid Therapy : Boat the boat while stressing out about being quarantined during Covid 19 and thinking there will be nothing to do in the summer – hence our new boat! 2021: Lake Mode , @sea.calm , and Social Distins Change of Pace A frequent theme we've spotted with boat names is that the owner(s) have decided to slow things down, downsize, upsize (usually upsize), or, as was the case of our 2020 winners, finally take charge of tackling their boating bucket list at breakneck speed.   2020:  Here Today : Here Today was launched In January 2019 in the Virgin Islands and has traveled to 57 different ports from the Caribbean to New England – for our short stays we are “Here Today”! 2021: Call Me Crazy and Last Dance

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If you find yourself wanting to rename your boat due to the previous owners having a severe lack of taste, it’s essential that you know the right way to go about it. Just as you would hold a boat christening ceremony for new vessels, renaming a boat has ceremonial rules to follow to ensure a lifetime of good luck on the water. In fact, renaming a boat is about as taboo as it gets when it comes to maritime superstitions. Of course, you can just brush these century-old beliefs off as fiction, but we suggest following every step precisely as instructed to avoid a lifetime of bad luck and hardship at sea. 

Renaming a Boat: Legend and Superstitions

According to legend, Poseidon keeps every vessel’s name in his personal record book – the “Ledger of the Deep”. Poseidon grants safe passage throughout the seven seas to those who respect his protocols, but failing to appropriately rename your vessel is among the surest ways to witness his wrath. 

The following misfortunes are just some of the ways Poseidon punishes those who do not take his fable seriously:

• Long spells of rough seas and foul weather
• Fires below deck
• Collisions at sea with natural hazards or other vessels
• Personal injury to the captain and crew
• Sinking ships

Other superstitions related to renaming a boat include:

• Naming your vessel with seven letters will bring good luck to your journeys
• Including three “A’s” in the name of your boat is good luck
• Feminine names bring good fortune and protection to the vessel
• Naming a vessel after one that has previously sunk is bad luck
• Never sail on a boat without a name – it is bad luck
• Naming a boat after a storm or natural disaster will anger Poseidon

* Sure, some of these superstitions seem strange. Still, there are plenty of sailing superstitions that are far more trivial than those listed above.

Renaming Your Boat: Step-by-Step

As explained above, the process to rename a boat must be precise to avoid a lifetime of misfortune at sea. The following steps are carefully mapped out so that you can ensure your vessel is granted safe passage by the Gods of the sea.

1. Completely Erase the Current Identity of the Vessel

To begin the re-naming process, you will first need to erase every trace of the boat’s current identity – and we mean everything. Hull logos, sails, keyrings, sail bags, ledgers, boat records – EVERYTHING. Some even go as far as removing the previous owner’s name from anything on the boat. You can paint over the exterior, use white-out for records and ledgers, and burn everything with the current name on it, just for good measure. Leave no stone unturned during this process. 

* Under no circumstance are you to bring ANYTHING with the new name onto the boat until all ceremonies are complete.  

2. return the vessel’s name to poseidon.

After you’ve removed all traces of the vessel’s current name, it’s time to make erase it once and for all by returning it to Poseidon. You’ll need to prepare a small metal tag with the current name written in water-soluble ink. 

Once you have the metal tag prepared, begin by invoking the name of Poseidon – ruler of the deep – by saying the following:

“Oh mighty and great ruler of the seas and oceans, to whom all ships and we who venture upon your vast domain are required to pay homage, implore you in your graciousness to expunge for all time from your records and recollection the name (the vessel’s current name) which has ceased to be an entity in your kingdom. As proof thereof, we submit this ingot bearing her name to be corrupted through your powers and forever be purged from the sea”. 

• Toss the metal tag from the boat’s bow and return the name to the sea. After, recite the following to complete the un-naming ritual:

“In grateful acknowledgment of your munificence and dispensation, we offer these libations to your majesty and your court.” 

• Finish the un-naming by pouring some of your chosen drink overboard, from east to west. Those attending the ceremony may now consume the rest of the bottle.

3. Begin the Renaming Ceremony: Gods of the Sea

The un-naming ceremony is most often followed directly by the renaming ceremony, but you can do this separately if you wish. For the following, you will again need to recite a verse, asking permission from Poseidon to bless the new name of your vessel. You will also need more wine, champagne, or liquor to complete the ceremony. 

To begin, start by saying the following:

“Oh mighty and great ruler of the seas and oceans, to whom all ships and we who venture upon your vast domain are required to pay homage, implore you in your graciousness to take unto your records and recollection this worthy vessel hereafter and for all time known as (vessel’s new name), guarding her with your mighty arm and trident and ensuring her of safe and rapid passage throughout her journeys within your realm.

In appreciation of your munificence, dispensation, and in honor of your greatness, we offer these libations to your majesty and your court”.

• After pouring a glass for those onboard, empty the remainder of the bottle overboard from west to east as a sacrifice to Poseidon.

4. Complete the Renaming Ceremony: Gods of the Wind

The next step is to please the gods of the wind – assuring you fair winds and smooth seas during your journeys. You will need to address all four gods of the wind – one for each direction. 

Begin by reciting the following:

“​​ Oh mighty rulers of the winds, through whose power our frail vessels traverse the wild and faceless deep, we implore you to grant this worthy vessel (vessel’s new name) the benefits and pleasures of your bounty, ensuring us of your gentle ministration according to our needs.”

• While facing north, pour some of the bottle into your glass. Toss the liquid to the north as you recite the following:

“Great Boreas, exalted ruler of the north wind, grant us permission to use your mighty powers in the pursuit of our lawful endeavors, ever sparing us the overwhelming scourge of your frigid breath.”

• While facing west, pour some of the bottle into your glass. Toss the liquid to the west as you recite the following:

“Great Zephyrus, exalted ruler of the west wind, grant us permission to use your mighty powers in the pursuit of our lawful endeavors, ever sparing us the overwhelming scourge of your wild breath.”

• While facing east, pour some of the bottle into your glass. Toss the liquid to the east as you recite the following:

“Great Eurus, exalted ruler of the East Wind, grant us permission to use your mighty powers in the pursuit of our lawful endeavors, ever sparing us the overwhelming scourge of your mighty breath.”

• While facing south, pour some of the bottle into your glass. Toss the liquid to the south as you recite the following:

“Great Notus, exalted ruler of the South Wind, grant us permission to use your mighty powers in the pursuit of our lawful endeavors, ever sparing us the overwhelming scourge of your scalding breath.”

5. Final Considerations

Once the ceremony is complete, you may bring aboard items and official documents that hold your vessel’s new name. This is also an appropriate time to have the new name painted on the hull. If you insist on having the name painted before the ceremony, it’s crucial not to reveal the name before completing the ritual.

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Boat Naming Etiquette: What You Need to Know

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There’s something special about naming a boat. It’s not just a tradition. It is actually required by the U.S. Coast Guard to identify your boat’s name and hailing port both on documents and physically on the boat. While the rules aren’t as stringent for recreational boats, it’s still a fun idea. Giving your boat its unique moniker is important, but you’ll need to follow a few rules of boat naming etiquette to ensure a fitting name and good luck on the water.

Boat naming etiquette is essential. There are words you’ll need to avoid when naming your boat and a few best practices to follow. You’ll want your boat name to be short and sweet, with 33 characters maximum. You’ll also likely want a memorable name that reflects your interests or hobbies. The name should suit the vessel and roll off the tongue.

Do you have a new boat to name? Here’s some need-to-know information about boat naming etiquette to make sure your vessel has the perfect handle you’ll enjoy for years to come.

How Do You Name a Boat?

Naming your boat isn’t just a fun way to customize your vessel and make it your own. In fact, all commercial boats are required to have a name according to rules from the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG). Recreational boats don’t fall under the same guidelines, but naming your boat is a fun way to make the vessel uniquely yours. 

There are a few things to keep in mind when considering how you name a boat. Some things to think about include:

• The length of the boat name. It should be short and sweet, less than 33 characters.
• Traditionally boats have female names. Consider naming your boat after a special woman.
• Your boat name might reflect your career or a favorite hobby. We’ve suggested some boat names based on careers below.

It’s considered good luck and good boat naming etiquette to name your boat before its first launch. You’ll want to display your boat’s name on the hull in clear letters and numbers to make sure it’s visible to everyone. Bold lettering will ensure the name is visible even in rain or fog.

After you’ve settled on a name for your boat, you’ll want to make sure the new moniker is included on all documents related to your boat. This makes things official.

How Do You Christen a Boat?

In addition to naming your boat on all official documents, you’ll want to christen your boat with its new name. A christening ceremony is a fun way to welcome your new boat, with its new name, into your family.

You can christen your boat with a small ceremony for friends and family. But first, champagne.

How to Hold a Boat Christening

There are 5 easy steps to holding a boat christening ceremony:

• Gather friends and family around your new boat. Pour everyone (of age, of course) a glass of champagne or your favorite sparkling beverage. You’ll want to save the bottle for step 5.
• Give a small speech about your boat.
• Toast the boat! There are a few traditional poems to read to toast the boat or you can write your own toast to the boat and the seas.
• Lay a branch of green leaves on the deck of the boat for good luck.
• Break the champagne bottle, traditionally against the boat’s hull.

Christening a boat is an important celebration and essential to boat naming etiquette. But before you can hold a boat christening, you need to come up with the perfect name for your boat.

What Are Some Popular Boat Names?

Boat names can be as unique as the people who name them. A good boat name might reflect the owner’s interests or hobbies, or might be a classic name that just resonates. We’ve come up with a few suggested boat names you can use to get the creative juices flowing. These are some of the best boat names we could come up with — some of which we’ve seen on boats in the wet slips here at Port Sanibel Marina !

Classic Boat Names

• The Skipper
• Seas the Day
• The Mayflower

Boat Names for TV and Movie Buffs

• The Black Pearl
• The African Queen
• The Inferno
• Charlie’s Angel
• The Flying Wasp

Boat Names for Music Lovers

• Frank Ocean
• Sweet Caroline
• Margaritaville
• Smoke on the Water
• Good Vibrations
• American Idiot
• Billie Jean
• Mary Jane’s Last Dance

Boat Names for Lawyers or Judges

• Naut Guilty
• Billable Hours
• Passing the Sandbar
• Last Witness
• Judge me Knot
• Motion to Adjourn
• Docked Wages

Fishing Boat Names

• Kicking Bass
• Happy Hooker
• Baits Motel
• Fishful Thinking
• Fin and Tonic
• The Rod Father
• Off The Hook
• In Reel Life

Boat Names for Medical Professionals

• All Stitched Up
• Knot on Call
• Out of Patients
• Vitamin Sea
• Recovery Room
• Reel Therapy
• The Docktor’s Office

Funny Boat Names

• New Kid on the Dock
• American Buoy
• Go With the Flo
• Something’s Fishy
• The Great Gatsea
• Boaty McBoatface
• Fishin Impossible
• Knot Paid For
• What’s Up Dock?
• Piece of Ship

Do any of the above boat names strike a chord with you? Let them inspire you to create a custom name for you’ll boat you’ll be proud to share on your hull! 

Is it Bad Luck to Rename a Boat?

Do you count yourself among the superstitious set? If so, you might believe it is bad luck to rename a boat. 

Sailors have many superstitions about luck at sea. According to old maritime legend, Poseidon or Neptune ( the gods of the sea ) know every boat by name. If you want to rename your boat, you need to have a purging ceremony to remove the existing name from their ledgers. If not, you might face consequences from Poseidon or Neptune. It is said that any items carried aboard a boat that has been renamed before the purging ceremony will be lost at sea.

What is a Purging Ceremony?

A purging ceremony is a kind of boat renaming ceremony. To have a purging or renaming ceremony, you’ll need to remove all traces of the boat’s name from the boat itself and all documents related to the boat. 

Then you’ll need to speak to the gods of the sea themselves. You can find a few traditional statements to read online. Regardless, you’ll want to be gracious to the gods of the sea in your words. Additionally, don’t reveal the new name of the boat before the purging ceremony is over. This might bring 7 years of bad luck.

After the purging ceremony, you can hold the christening ceremony as described above to make the new name official. 

What Should You NOT Name a Boat?

Part of understanding boat naming etiquette is knowing what not to name your boat. There are three major “don’ts” that come with naming a boat. 

Per information from the USCG, your boat’s name should contain no more than 33 characters. This might not seem like a lot, but you’d be surprised. You certainly have room to be creative within the required 33 characters!

Additionally, you need to play nice when naming your boat. You can’t use any swear words or otherwise profane language when naming your boat.  Along the same lines, you must not use any ethnic or racial slurs in naming your boat. 

Finally, your boat name should not include any language that is used to seek help at sea. This could make things confusing when it comes to soliciting assistance in an emergency. Some of the common phrases and distress signals used by boaters who need help include. 

Avoid the use of these terms and phrases, or anything that is phonetically similar, when naming your boat.

Following these guidelines and avoiding the pitfalls above can ensure your boat is named correctly and boat naming etiquette is followed.

Enjoy Your Boat with Port Sanibel Marina

What’s in a name? A lot. Boat naming etiquette is an important part of boat ownership. You want a name that makes you smile every time you think of spending time on the water.

Port Sanibel Marina makes it easy to enjoy your boat. As a full-service marina, Port Sanibel Marina offers everything you need to make the most of your time at sea. From boat storage to comfortable amenities , you can count on Port Sanibel Marina to take care of you and your boat.

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SkyFOX was over the scene around 8:45 p.m. when the boat was engulfed in flames.

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Boat & Ship Name Generator (with Tips)

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Our Boat Name Generator combines linguistic data, nautical traditions, and your personal preferences to generate the ideal name for your boat.

Whether you’re looking for something classic, witty, or funny, our generator is here to inspire you.

How to Use our Boat Name Generator

• Choose Your Boat Type: Whether it’s a sailboat, fishing boat, speedboat, or a luxury yacht, selecting the type of boat you have can influence the naming suggestions.
• Provide Important Words: Have any words that are significant to you? Maybe it’s a loved one’s name, a favorite destination, or a sentiment you want to convey. Feed those keywords into our generator, and watch it craft names tailored to your inputs.
• Select Your Preferences: Want something witty? Or perhaps you’re after a traditional maritime name? Let us know your style preference, and our generator will align its suggestions accordingly.
• Generate Names: Once you’ve entered your details, hit the ‘Generate Names’ button. In a few moments, you’ll be presented with a list of potential boat names that match your criteria.
• Pick Your Favorite: Go through the list and pick the one that resonates with you the most. Remember, the best boat name is one that feels right to you.

Why is the Boat Name Important?

A boat’s name is more than just a label. It often carries personal significance, reflecting the owner’s passions, memories, or hopes for their adventures.

It might honor loved ones, convey a sense of humor, or express the dream that inspired boat ownership in the first place. A well-chosen name adds character to your boat and makes it truly yours.

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Tips for the perfect boat name.

• Keep it Short and Sweet: Shorter names are easier to read when your boat is in motion and simpler to communicate over the radio.
• Make it Personal: The best names often have personal significance, reflecting the owner’s interests, life events, or maritime aspirations.
• Consider Pronunciation: Make sure the name is easy to pronounce.
• Test it Out: Before finalizing, say the name out loud, write it down, and maybe even share it with friends and family. Feedback can be invaluable.

With our Boat Name Generator, finding the perfect name for your boat has never been easier. We hope this tool helps you quickly identify a name that feels just right.

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Naming a boat is a big deal.

Not only does a boat’s name reflect on the owner, but the ceremony of naming (and renaming…but we’ll come back to that) your boat is part of a centuries-long tradition.

If I say, Nina, Pinta, and Santa Maria , don’t the names conjure up vivid images of other times, countries, sailors, exploration–in short, a world of naval associations? 

But choosing a name doesn’t have to be all so serious. Naming or renaming a boat is also an excellent opportunity to express yourself and your values. Though some people fondly name their cars, there’s nothing like the freedom to name your boat. Make the most of your choice!

Renaming a Boat

We want to cover the issue of renaming old boats before getting on with our boat name ideas. 

If you’ve inherited a boat or simply want to rename an existing boat, there are a few extra steps to go through. It’s common for boat owners to go through a ceremony before renaming a ship. It’s supposed to ward off Poseidon, the sea-gods, and his wrath. Although it’s totally up to you, we recommend using some of the following rules before renaming a boat.

• Remove all signs and evidence of the boat’s previous name. 
• Commence the traditional purging ceremony
• Rename your boat
• Recite a short speech to the four winds
• Enjoy the rest of the champagne with friends and family!

Now that we’ve covered renaming an old boat and gotten some preliminary info out of the way, let’s get started on our list of boat name ideas!

257 Creative Name Ideas For New Boats

We split up the list into a few sections to make it a little easier to navigate or zero in on the kind of name you are already interested in.

Boat Names Using Given Names 

We’re starting the list with one of the most common ways people name boats–naming them after a loved one, celebrity, pet, or in memory of a person who has passed away.

• Jolly Roger
• Harry Potter
• Ruby Tuesday
• Simon’s Skiff
• Calamity Jane
• Next Of Ken
• Big Bad John
• Carol’s Choice
• Murphy’s Law
• Adam’s Apple
• Cracker Jack
• Charlie’s Angels

Famous Womens’ Names For Boats

We briefly touched on the odd but still popular convention of naming boats after female figures. Looking back among history’s extended register of boats, feminine names are all over the place: Santa Maria is just one of many. The list of popular famous women’s names include:

• The African Queen
• Andrea Gail
• The Empress
• Soul Sister
• Island Girl
• Dragon Lady
• Southern Belle
• Pretty Woman
• My Old Lady
• Liberty Belle
• Skipper’s Girl

Boat Names Based Off Of Jobs And Hobbies 

They say that everyone’s got a job in this world–why not show off your occupation or favorite pastime on the side of your boat? Publicizing what you do on your boat is a sure conversation starter too!

• Stocks & Bonds
• Tooth Ferry
• Court Jester
• Mad Professor
• Legal Eagle
• The Bill Keeper
• Pill Peddler
• Nightingale
• Control Alt Delete

Boat Color Names 

Lots of people name their boat after its paint job or the color of the sea or sunset. Using color names is a classic and sophisticated choice–or you can poke fun by naming the boat after some other, random color. The options are endless!

• Green Light
• Pot ‘O Gold
• Mellow Yellow
• Blue Jacket
• Orange Peel
• Black Diamond
• Silver Hawk
• Tickled Pink
• Moody Blues
• Fiddler’s Green
• Lady in Red
• Purple Dream

Birthplaces And Hometowns

Naturally, you can name your boat after your hometown or the place you call home. If you wish you lived somewhere else or dream to live there someday, use those names!

• Flying Dutchman
• Yankee Doodle
• Spanish Eyes
• Swiss Chocolate
• French Knickers
• Yellow Rose Of Texas
• Irish Cream
• Vienna Schnitzel
• Tasmanian Devil
• French Kiss
• Welsh Rabbit
• Aussie Battler
• Celtic Flyer
• Long White Cloud
• Born Down Under
• Sand Groper
• French Champagne
• Scotland The Brave
• Pommy Bastard
• French Mustard
• Spanish Fly
• Banana Bender
• Top End Charlie
• Singapore Sling
• Russian Blue
• African Queen

Boat Name Ideas From Foreign Languages 

Want to add a little international flavor to your boat? Name her after a Russian novel, a Spanish phrase, or a South African swear word. Take your pick! Foreign language names are exotic, romantic, and full of past histories you can share with friends and fellow captains.

• Menage à Trois
• Veni Vidi Vici
• Mystic Wahine
• Dolce Far Niente
• Quid Pro Quo
• Kunga Wonga
• Carte Blanche
• Ben Trovato
• Fait Accompli
• Raison d’Etre

Famous Historical Boats You Could Use As A Boat Name

Are you a bit of a history buff? Count your boat among the list of the most famous ships of all time by choosing a historical boat name.

• Black Pearl
• Golden Hind
• The Queen Mary
• SS Edmund Fitzgerald
• USS Missouri
• S.S. Minnow
• The Dawn Treader
• The Inferno
• Queen’s Gambit
• HMS Victory
• USS Arizona
• RMS Lusitania
• Santa Maria
• HMAV Bounty

Funny/Punny Names For Boats

Now we come to the part of the list that many boat owners might flock to. Giving your boat a unique and funny name–especially with a pun–is a good strategy if you don’t mind the added attention. What can we say? People like a good laugh.

• Shakespeare Fishing
• Seas The Moment
• A Salt Weapon
• Presidential DeBait
• Sea Addicts Anonymous
• Sea King Adventure
• Dockter Sea
• Off the Hook
• Sea For Yourself
• La Seavious Acts
• Liquid Asset
• Knot Working
• Shore Thing
• Get Your Fish On
• Wish You Were Her
• Fishers Of Men
• Nothing But Net
• Ship Happens
• Boat To Be Wild
• Speedo Deck
• Beach Leech
• Fishing Nemo
• Laguna Matata
• Tackle Me Elmo
• Fish Magnet
• Coral Reefer

Classy Names For Luxury Boats 

To lend a timeless quality to your boat, turn to the classier names. Distinctive, sophisticated, and elegant, these names will make your boat look like it belongs in a James Bond movie.

• Bella Luna 
• The Atlantis
• Elizabethan

Interesting Pop Culture Names

Finally, if you can’t get enough of millennial trends and tastemakers, internet memes, or TV, show off your love for pop culture by naming your boat after your favorite catchphrase, tweet, or ‘80s film.

• Yer A Wizard
• Killin’ Me, Smalls
• Clever Girl
• Make Like A Tree
• Bigger Boat
• To Infinity
• Spare No Expense
• Never Say Die
• Center For Ants
• Glass Case of Emotion
• Mom’s Basement
• Marty Moose
• Drawn That Way
• Wax On, Wax Off
• A Delicious Bass
• Favorite Deputy
• Big Pile Of Ship
• Neverending Story

In Conclusion

Despite all the freedoms you have when choosing a name, we have some final tips to leave you with before the naming ceremony. They’re not hard-fast rules–more like recommendations.

• Don’t rush in and name your boat after the first idea that comes to mind. Let it stew a while, ask friends what they think, check out the names on boats that dock near yours.
• Female names were and still are conventional for boats. However, if you buck that trend, there won’t be any uproar. It’s just a curious tradition that keeps living on.
• Shorter names tend to be more memorable than overly long phrase-names
• Many people pick boat names that match their type of vessel. You’ll see a lot more yachts called Wind Seeker than houseboats named Zephyr.
• Check out the NOAA list of registered boats to see if your name is common or one-of-a-kind. (For Canadians, click here , for the EU, click here .)

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It also will be used to further strengthen the faculty and enhance student support, especially in the form of scholarships. And a portion of the gift will help advance Tulane’s plan to expand its downtown campus.

“President Fitts’ plans to use research and discovery as economic drivers for the New Orleans region, and Dean Thomas LaVeist’s passionate resolve to confront and ameliorate health inequities holds the greatest promise to bring about positive change,” Weatherhead said in the announcement. “I am thrilled to support the university’s goals and long-term strategy for educating public health professionals, empowering groundbreaking research and building a healthier world, starting with the city of New Orleans, but aiming for global results.”

Weatherhead, who earned a bachelor’s degree in theatre in 1965 from Tulane’s Newcomb College, currently serves on the Public Health Dean’s Advisory Council, the school’s top advisory board and is an emeritus member of the Board of Tulane, the university’s main governing body. In 2023, she was awarded the Dermot McGlinchey Lifetime Achievement Award, which honors alumni who’ve demonstrated service, involvement and commitment to Tulane and their hometown communities.

The Celia Scott Weatherhead School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine will become only the second of Tulane’s 10 schools and colleges to be named, joining the A. B. Freeman School of Business.

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There’s nothing like the feeling of getting out on the open water. Whether you’re sailing solo or with a crew, there’s something about being on a yacht that makes you feel like you’re living your best life.

But choosing what to name your yacht can be tricky! You want something that feels right for you and your lifestyle but has staying power—and maybe even some flair.

That’s why we’ve put together this list of 200 Best Yacht Names Ever, so you can make sure your dream boat has the perfect name.

Good yacht names

A good yacht name must be unique, memorable, simple, and easy to spell. If you’re looking for inspiration, here are some yacht names that we think are great:

• Knotty Buoy
• 8 knot wind
• Docked Income
• Knotty By Nature
• Savoir Calm
• Loose Rigger
• Clear View Seas
• Ship Faced Party Boats
• Current Cruise Control
• Full Sail Ahead
• Balmy Allure
• The Last One
• The Little Prince
• The Lost Soul
• Heavenly Lass
• Silver Spoon
• Knot Paid For Yet
• Fair Fielder
• Lady of the Lake

Cool yacht names

Yacht names are often as exciting and unique as the boats themselves. They can reflect their owner’s personality or be a nod to their style. Here are some of our favorite yacht names

• Express Shipping
• Sea Ya Around
• Never Enough
• Isle See You
• Private Waves
• High Maintenance
• Yachtie Boatie II
• It’s 5 O’clock Somewhere
• Reel Happy Too
• Tide Me Over
• More! More! More!
• Lil’ Miss Sunshine
• Living the Dream
• Love to Sail

Clever yacht names

If you’re looking for a clever name for your yacht, consider one of these:

• Over Easy IV
• Most Wanted III
• Catchin’ Rays Too
• Black Pearl
• Iron Maiden
• Time Bandits
• Fools Paradise
• No Quarter Given
• Paradise Found
• White Squall
• Wait a Minute
• Gallant Lady

Classic yacht names

• In the Wind
• One More Time
• Dirty Deeds
• The Beastly Bride.
• Joint effort
• Now or Nevermore
• Incommunicado
• Coup de Ville
• Risky Business
• Cutting Edge
• Go With the Flow
• Ketch-a-Flick
• Ruffian’s Delight

Funny yacht names

There are plenty of funny yacht names out there. If you’re looking for a name that’s funny and memorable but still professional and sophisticated, check out these funny yacht names:

• Boats and hoes
• Drunken Sailor
• Butt-Boatay
• How Bow Dah
• Is it in yet?
• Baller’s Paradise
• Wasted Seamen
• Satan’s Mistress
• This Is The Life
• Winds of Fortune
• Big Fat Gypsy Bow
• Adios Pantalones
• Ship Happens
• The Bigger Boat
• Limp Kwiket

female yacht names

Here are some common female names that people use for their yachts.

• Blissful queen
• Bronze Goddess
• Butterfly Effect
• Dreamweaver
• Mighty Heart
• Positively Possible
• Sunshine and Roses
• A Woman’s Touch
• Absolute Elegance
• Vivacious Lady
• Slightly Naughty
• Knotty Girl
• Shoes to Fill

couple yacht names

A couple of yacht names are notoriously challenging to come up with. The decision is always a huge deal, so you want to be sure it’s perfect.

• Bonnie & Clyde
• Dock of the Bay
• Down and Downy
• Hang Together
• All Our Waves
• Second to None
• Smooth Sailors
• Lady and the Tramp
• Getting Nauti
• Get Boat-faced
• Aft for a Kiss
• Cute Nautie
• Hooked on the Sea

Luxury yacht names

This list will give you some fun ideas for naming a luxury yacht or boat, giving it the classy touch that makes it stand out among the rest.

• Alyssa Nicole
• Olympian Dream
• Serenity Two
• Bella Vita IV
• The Queen Mary 2
• The Rising Sun
• Southern Breeze
• The Whisper
• The Eclipse

Famous yacht names

• Prince Abdulaziz
• Jahre Viking
• Christina O
• Sailing Yacht A

fishing yacht names

These are some good names for fishing boats.

• Fish Finder
• Gone Fishing
• Little Jane
• Sea Charmer
• The Big One
• Show Me The Money
• Intimidator
• Catch the Wind
• Hooked On You
• Off The Hook
• Bobber Down
• Catch my drift?
• Fish or Cut Bait
• Fishing for Compliments
• Hooked on You

Celebrity yacht names

If you are a celebrity, you can name your yacht after anything!

• Jennifer Aniston and Justin Theroux – Snoopy
• Richard Branson – Necker Belle
• Johnny Depp – Vajoliroja
• Tom Cruise – Shockwave
• Tom Perkins – Maltese Falcon
• Lady Pamela
• Dolphin Dance
• Princess Elizabeth
• Summer Wind
• Bella Vita III
• High Spirits
• Magic Carpet II

How Do you Choose a Yacht Name?

You’ve got your boat, your crew—now it’s time to decide what to call the whole thing. Your yacht name is an important part of the overall experience of owning a boat, and there are a lot of factors to consider when choosing one.

So how do you go about choosing a name for your new yacht? Here are some tips:

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