Start with the vessel
Give us the type, size, colour and where it sails. A narrowboat and an ocean yacht call for different names.
Boat name generator
Name That… Boat
Tell us what you sail, where you take it and how it should sound. We’ll shortlist names worth painting on the stern.
6 names free · Save favourites · Share your shortlist
Step 1
What are you sailing?
How to name a boat
A good boat name reads well on the stern and sounds clear over the radio. Start with the vessel and the water it lives on.
Keep it radio-clear
Short names are easier to say, spell and hear over VHF. Avoid words that sound like distress calls.
Check before you register
Registered vessels may need a unique name. Check your national register before you paint it on.
A few questions, answered
Can I get names for a sailboat, yacht or narrowboat?
Yes. Choose your boat type or type any vessel. Questions and suggestions adapt to your choice.
Can I ask for a pun or a nautical theme?
Yes. Choose a style in the questions, then add a theme, word or pun idea in the final answer.
Are the names checked against boat registers?
No. NameThat generates ideas only. Confirm the name with your registry before you register the vessel.
Is the name generator free?
Your first batch of six names is free, with no account needed. Create a free account to generate more and keep your favourites across devices. You can save names in this browser and share your shortlist without signing up.