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The top 10 most popular superyacht names

Choosing your superyacht’s name is a great opportunity to express your individuality, but with so many yachts on the water, there's a high chance of doubling (or tripling) up. Using data from our superyacht directory , we’ve rounded up 10 of the most popular yacht names.

Our list starts with Spirit , the name given to the 35 metre catamaran superyacht  (pictured above) as well as four other yachts over 24 metres.

As many as eight yachts have been named Aurora, with a few others sporting a variation of the name. Perhaps inspired by the aurora borealis or northern lights, this moniker was chosen by the owners of both the 74 metre Lürssen and the 49.9 metre from Rossinavi , which were both launched in the same year.

Photo: Tom Van Oossanen

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Another highly popular superyacht name is Escape — a fitting title for the place where many owners go to get away from the stresses of the modern world. At least eight yachts bear this exact name and many more use variations on the theme, such as Sweet Escape and Magnificent Escape .

One of the larger examples is 47.6 metre My Escape , pictured above, which hit the water in 2015 boasting interiors by Cyrille Bieri .

Whether you prefer the Frank Sinatra original or the Sex Pistols cover, there is no denying the cultural impact of this classic tune. There are 10 superyachts named My Way in our directory, including this 29.8 metre Sunseeker that was launched by the British yard in 2010.

Some believe that they were always fated to own a yacht, and that certainly seems to be the case with this 37.3 metre Heesen . Her name, Her Destiny , is a variant of one of the most popular superyacht names, with 10 other yachts in our database going by a similar name.

Currently offered for charter with Burgess, Destiny was launched in 2007 as part of the yard's Heesen 3700 semi-custom series. She accommodate up to 12 guests and is capable of 28 knots flat-out.

Since Italy is one of the biggest yacht building nations on earth, it’s only fitting that our list has an Italian name on it (in case you didn’t know, Andiamo means “let’s go” in Italian).  Our records contain 11 superyachts registered as Andiamo , including this 36 metre Benetti Classic 120 (pictured above) that was launched in 2006 and the more recent 48 metre from Baglietto .

Another Italian moniker, Dolce Vita is a truly fitting name for a yacht, since it is used as a byword for the good life of relaxation, sunshine and luxurious living. The phrase dates back to Federico Fellini's 1960 film and has now spread all around the world to grace the transoms of more than 10 yachts built as far afield as America, the Netherlands and Turkey - as is the case for the Numarine 105HT yacht Dolce Vita (pictured above).

A fitting Latin motto for a decisive owner who always seizes the day, Carpe Diem is one of the most popular superyacht names. There are 10 yachts with this moniker in our database, including this 58.22 metre Trinity yacht Carpe Diem , which was launched in 2011.

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Peace and quiet is a key commodity on board superyachts, and this is reflected by the sheer popularity of the name Serenity. Our database lists 10 superyachts named Serenity, with an additonal nine carrying a similar name.

The 40.53 metre IAG yacht  Serenity is one particularly notable example. Launched in 2016, she features several fixed balconies and a shallow wading pool on the upper deck.

Photo: Thierry Dehove

At the top of our list, and surely a strong contender for the world’s most popular superyacht name, is Freedom . There are 17 entries in the superyacht directory for this name, which is hardly surprising as that is exactly what many owners crave from their yachting experience. The largest superyacht called Freedom is a 70 metre built by Italian yard Benetti , pictured above.

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900+ Great Boat Names: Ideas for Everyone

• Updated: August 7, 2023

Some people like to name their boats after loved ones, others after favorite places, and still others after things they love or hobbies they enjoy. Whether you’re looking for a name for your fishing boat, your speedboat, or your sailboat, there’s bound to be a perfect fit for you on our list.

And if it’s not there, use our Boat Name Generator to find the ideal name for your boat.

Do you have a specific theme or word in mind? Use “Jump to Section” to find the interesting category faster:

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N ature & weather

The nature and weather phenomenons have always been great sources of inspiration for boat names.

Here are some of our favorites:

• Blue Moon – A beautiful name for a blue boat
• Breeze – Perfect for a calm day out on the water
• Sunshine – Bring some happiness to your day on the water
• Tornado – The perfect name for a speedboat
• Wave Dancer – A beautiful and graceful name for a sailboat

Boat names with “Crystal”

• Crystal Clear
• Blue Crystal
• Bright Crystal
• Crystal Lady
• Crystal Bell
• Crystal Bay

Boat names with “Dawn”

• Break of Dawn
• Chasin’ Dawn
• Crack of Dawn
• Crystal Dawn
• Dawn Treader

Boat names with “Emerald”

• Emerald Dream
• Emerald City
• Emerald Mist
• Emerald Rose
• Emerald Sea
• Emerald Star

Boat names with “Luna”

• Flor d’Luna

Boat names with “Moon”

• Endless Honeymoon
• Moon Chaser
• Moon Shadow
• Silver Moon
• Shepherd Moon

Boat names with “Pearl”

• August Pearl
• Black Pearl
• China Pearl
• Conch Pearl
• Desert Pearl
• Diamonds & Pearls
• Island Pearl
• Little Pearl
• Pearl River

Boat names with “Sand”

• Quick Sands
• Sand Castle
• Sand Dollar
• Sand Pebble
• Sand & Sea

Boat names with “Sapphire”

• Blue Sapphire
• Sapphire Day
• Sapphire Dream
• Sapphire Lady
• Sapphire Nights
• Sapphire Sea
• Sapphire Sky
• Sapphire Tears
• Star Sapphire

Boat names with “Shell”

• Bag of Shells

Boat names with “Solar”

• Solar Coaster
• Solar Express

Boat names with “Summer”

• All Summer Long
• Always Summer
• Chasing Summer
• Endless Summer
• Forever Summer
• Indian Summer
• Knotty Summer
• Last Summer
• Summer Breeze
• Summer Home
• Summer Place
• Summer Suite
• Summer Wind

Boat names with “Sun”

• Always Sunday
• Always Sunny
• Avalon Sunset
• Chasing Sunsets
• Chasing Sunshine
• Follow the Sun
• Fortunate Sun
• Fun in the Sun
• Good Day Sunshine
• Hello Sunshine
• Here Comes the Sunshine
• Hurry Sundown
• Island in the Sun
• Lady Sunshine
• Lazy Sunday
• Lion in the Sun
• Liquid Sunshine
• Midnight Sun
• Pacific Sunset

Boat names with “Star”

• Bright Star
• Counting Stars
• Desert Star
• Lucky Start
• Morning Star
• Shooting Star
• Star Chaser
• Star of the Sea
• Wandering Star

Boat names with “Wind”

• Gone with the Wind
• Second Wind
• Trade Winds
• Wind Catcher
• Wind Chaser
• Wind Dancer
• Wind Seeker
• Wind Walker
• Windy Spirit

Water & places

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If you’re looking for a boat name that invokes water bodies: the sea, ocean, lake, etc., look no further!

We’ve rounded up some of our favorite boat names in this category:

Boat names with “Aqua”

• Aqua Boogie
• Aqua Marine

Boat names with “Bay”

• All Bay Long
• Bay Dreamer
• Bay Dreaming
• Bay Tripper
• Tequila Bay

Boat names with “Island”

• Blue Island
• Fantasy Island
• Island Adventure
• Island Attitude
• Island Belle
• Island Bound
• Island Breeze
• Island Buoy
• Island Cruiser
• Island Dancer
• Island Daze
• Island Dream
• Island Drifter
• Island Escape
• Island Express
• Island Fever
• Island Girl
• Island Rose
• Island Time

Boat names with “Lake”

• Better Lake Than Never
• Cooler By The Lake
• Great Lakes
• Lady Of The Lake
• Lake A Wish
• Lake Affect
• Lake Dancer
• Lake Effect
• Lake Escape
• Lake For Work
• Lake Runner
• On Lake Time

Boat names with “Ocean”

• Deep Devocean
• Mother Ocean
• Ocean Adventure
• Ocean Breeze
• Ocean Dancer
• Ocean Dream
• Ocean Drive
• Ocean Escape
• Ocean Odyssey
• Ocean Spirit
• TransOceanic

Boat names with “River”

• Black River
• North River
• Pearl river
• River Breeze
• River Dance
• River Gypsy
• River Of Dreams
• River Queen
• River Spirit
• River Tales
• River Wanderer

Boat names with “Sea”

• Angel Of The Sea
• Beyond The Sea
• Sea Biscuit
• Sea Of Dreams
• Seas The Day
• Vitamin Sea

Boat names with “Tide”

• All Tide Up
• Changing Tides
• Crimson Tide
• Family Tides
• Morning Tide
• Princess of Tides
• Spring Tide

Boat names with “Water”

• Blue Water Bound
• Blue Waters
• Casual Water
• Clear Water
• Just Add Water
• Water Music

Boat names with “Wave”

• A Wave From It All
• Amber Waves
• Breaking Waves
• Catch A Wave
• Dances With Waves
• Makin Waves
• Wave Dancer
• Wave Walker

Nautical terms

Boating and sailing terms are great ingredients of a catchy boat name. They can help set the tone of your vessel, whether it’s playful or classy:

Here are some of our favorite boat name ideas with nautical terms:

• Bigger Boat
• Cabin Fever
• Captain Chaos

Boat names with “Anchor”

• Anchor Baby
• Anchor Deep
• Anchor Down
• Anchor Management
• Anchors Away
• Golden Anchor
• The Anchor Holds

Boat names with “Boat”

Boat names with “buoy”.

• Beach Buoys
• Buoys & Gulls
• Clairbuoyant
• Flambuoyant
• Knotty Buoy
• Lucky Buoys
• Naughty Buoy

Boat names with “Captain”

• Captain Cook
• Captain Crunch
• Captain Hook
• Captain Jack
• Captain Morgan
• Captain Nemo
• Captain Ron
• Captain’s Choice
• Captain’s Dream

Boat names with “Keel”

• Achilles Keel
• Keel-N-Time
• License To Keel
• Time To Keel

Boat names with “Knot”

• A Frayed Knot
• Absolutely Knot
• Better Knot
• Celtic Knots
• Forget Me Knot
• Frayed Knot
• Goin’ Knots
• Knot A Chance
• Knot A Clew
• Knot For Sail
• Knot Guilty
• Knot Gulf’n
• Knot So Easy
• Knot So Fast
• Knotty Girl
• Moor Often Than Knot
• Knot On Duty

Boat names with “Nauti”

• A Lil Nauti
• A Little Nauti
• Aero Nautical
• Feelin Nauti
• Gettin Nauti
• Knot Reel Nauti
• Knot Too Nauti
• Let’s Get Nauti

Boat names with “Salt”

• Asalt Weapon
• Lightly Salted
• Salt Crystal
• Salt Shaker

Boat names with “Ship”

• Companionship
• Crystal Ship
• Dictatorship
• Partnership
• Ship Happens

Boat names with colors in them are catchy and can be used to send a message about your vessel.

They can also just look and sound really cool, for example:

• Silver Lining

Boat names with “Black”

• Back In Black
• Black Arrow
• Black & Blue
• Black Beauty
• Black Betty
• Black Cloud
• Black Diamond
• Black Knight
• Black Magic

Boat names with “Blue”

• Blue Heaven
• Blue Horizon
• Blue Lagoon
• Blue Velvet
• Moody Blues

Boat names with “Red”

• Red October

Boat names with “Silver”

• Quicksilver
• Silver Cloud
• Silver Eagle
• Silver Lady
• Silver Linings
• Silver Swan

Boat names with “White”

• White Horse
• White Raven

Boat names with “Yellow”

• Yellow Bird
• Yellow Fever
• Yellow Rose

Fishing boat names often reflect the personality of the fisherman. It could be serious or funny, but it should definitely be memorable:

• Angler’s Dream
• Fisherman’s Friend

Boat names with “Bass”

• Bass Tracker
• Breaking Bass
• Gettin Bass
• Haulin Bass
• Kickin Bass
• Kiss My Bass

Boat names with “Fish”

• Fish & Chicks
• Fisherman’s Friend
• Fishful Thinkin’
• Fishy Business
• Flying Fish

Boat names with “Hook”

• Happy Hooker
• Hooked On You
• Off The Hook
• Playin Hooky

Boat names with “Reel”

• Keepin’ It Reel
• Hell on Reels
• Reel Success
• Reel Therapy

Women have been an inspiration for boat names since the beginning of time.

Here are some of our favorites boat name ideas reflecting its feminine beauty and character:

Boat names with “Bella”

• Bella Donna

Boat names with “Girl”

• Brown Eyed Girl
• Galway Girl
• Summer Girl

Boat names with “Lady”

• Lively Lady
• Pretty Lady

Cats and dogs are the most popular pets in the world, so it’s no surprise that they often inspire boat names.

Whether you love them or not, these animals make great monikers for your vessel:

Boat names with “Cat”

• Thunder Cat

Boat names with “Dog”

• The Doghouse

Boat names with “Fox”

Boat names with “wolf”.

• Blue Sea Wolf

It’s never a good idea to mix alcohol and being on the water, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a few good boat puns.

Here are some of our favorite alcohol-inspired boat names:

• Absolut Paradise
• Comfortably Numb
• On the Rocks
• Shaken not Stirred
• Sip & Dip

Boat names with “Beer”

• Beer Hunter
• Beer o’ Clock
• Beer in Mind
• Blood, Sweat and Beers
• Dijabringabeeralong

Boat names with “Wine”

• Wine Cellar
• Vintage Whine
• Amy’s Wine-House
• Vintage Wine

Below we list more boat name ideas containing such positive words as “dream,” “free,” and “happy.”

If you want your boat name to reflect your joy of being on the water, consider one of these great options, for example:

• Dream Catcher
• Free Spirit
• Summer Time

Boat names with “Dream”

• Dad’s Dream
• Dream Chaser
• Dream Hunter
• Dream Weaver
• Just Dreaming
• Living The Dream
• Sunset Dreams
• Sweet Dreams

Boat names with “Free” or “Freedom”

• Wings Of Freedom

Boat names with “Happy”

• Happy Hours
• Happy Place
• Happy Together
• Holiday Happy

Boat names with “Love”

• Second Love

Boat names with “Time”

• It’s About Time
• Just In Time
• Quality Time
• Time 2 Fish

Funny boat names

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The list below includes the funniest boat names we’ve come across.

Whether you want to make your friends laugh or strike fear into the heart of your enemies, one of these names is sure to do the trick.

• Bad Company
• Debt Finder
• Docks Orders
• Goin’ Broke
• Empty Pockets
• Unsinkable II
• Breakin Wind
• Pier Pressure
• Passing Wind
• Fishfull Thinkin’
• Clocked Out
• Chicken Ship
• I Sheet You Knot
• I Ship You Knot
• Miss Behavior
• Miss Conduct
• Piece of Ship
• She Got The House
• Sick and Tide
• Squid Pro Quo
• The Codfather
• A Loan At Sea
• Bankrupt Sea
• Reel Naughty

Are you looking for something a little more… risque? Then check out the list below.

These monikers are sure to turn heads (and maybe even raise a few eyebrows):

• Full Of Seamen
• In Her Course
• Master Baiter
• Sun of the Beach
• The Wet Dream

There you have it! 900+ great boat names for anyone and everyone.

We hope this list has inspired you to find the perfect name for your boat.

Happy sailing!

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Whether it's for rest and relaxation or fishing and water sports, there are few things better than taking to the high seas. If you're like many others, buying a boat is a long-dreamt-of goal. The decision to purchase a boat is a big one, but picking the name? Now that's a huge decision. Should it be playful or meaningful? Clever or cryptic? The choice is all yours, and it's a choice you probably want to take some time making. From the iconic names of super-yachts to sea-worthy puns, we’ve rounded up the most chic, popular, and all around classic handles. You've got options.

If you want to keep your boat's name short and sweet, a strong name like Abyss or Andiamo ("Let's go") will surely do the trick. Or might we suggest something sillier, like Aquaholic ?

A cleverly crafted phrase like Black Pearl or Bankers Hours makes a statement without having to say too much. If it's more of a booze cruise you seek, Bottoms Up or Bacchus , for the Roman god of wine, are solid choices.

Something to keep in mind when naming your boat– no matter how big or small the name is you choose– is what it will look like on a hat or jacket for you and your crew. Classic names like Calypso or Carpe Diem sound as good as they look.

From Destiny to Dream Weaver there are tons of ways to demonstrate how much your boat means to you through its name.

A funny pun like Fish Tales or Fantasea as a name is sure to make you friends around the marina.

Boats are commonly referred to as 'she' and given feminine names, which many historians originated from the role of goddesses and mothers who were though to protect a ship’s voyage. Y ou can go with a common one, like Gemma, or choose a name with personal significance to safeguard your travels just as well, according to the superstition.

You are sure to have many memories of relaxation and good times on your boat and its name should reflect that. Onboard Happy Hours or Hakuna Matata , spirits are bound to be high.

With a name like Island Time you'll automatically switch to vacation mode when you board your vessel.

Want to feel like royalty? Take a cue from Queen Elizabeth and her yacht Jubilee . The regal name will have you ruling the high seas in no time.

A witty phrase that interchanges "knot" and "not" is great for a light-hearted and jovial boat name–and there's no better time for a nautical pun. Our favorites include Knot Working and Knot on Call, but feel free to let your creative juices flow!

Show off your sense of humor with something like Liquid Asset , or your sunny attitude with License to Chill or Life is Good .

A popular trend for boat names is translating a phrase into another language. Brazilian businessman, Alexandre Grendene Bartelle, used the French pronoun for 'miss' when naming his super-yacht, Madame Kate, while others have used the word Mahalo, which translates to thank you in Hawaiian.

Reference the past with names like North Star (which sailors historically used as guidance on long voyages) or Neptune’s Glory , alluding to the Roman god of the sea. Maybe you'd prefer to opt for something a little more zen, like Nirvana , Namaste , No Worries , or No Regrets .

When in doubt, a short and strong word goes very far– Ohana , Oasis , Orion , Obsession , Osprey , and Odyssey are all powerful options for your boat’s name.

You know what they say: money talks. People love to use financial terms for their yacht names. Principal Interest is just one of many different monetary puns that you could use.

Attaching a special meaning to your boat is one of the best things about being able to name it. A name like Querencia, which refers to a place where a person feels authentically like themselves, is a great way to ensure your boat's name is sentimental.

No one would be able to turn down an afternoon aboard the Rum Runner, as it sounds like a guaranteed good time.

For a classic and timeless name, there are a great deal of sea phrases to choose such as Sea Spirit or Second Wind . Names that play on words, such as Sea Senora or Seas the Day are quality names, too. T he options are as wide as the horizon.

Another route is to give your boat a name with a double entendre. Playful picks like The Good Life, Therapy, or Time Out are fun and don't take themselves too seriously. If you're Margaritaville-bound, we particularly like The Salt Shaker .

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If you’re in the market to buy a boat, you’ll quickly learn that so many things go into finding, establishing, and maintaining a pristine vessel. For starters, you have to think about the type of recreational boat you envision yourself exploring in. Do you want a sailboat to feel like you’re one with nature? Or perhaps the idea of a speed boat sounds particularly invigorating. Of course, if you plan to take weekend- or week-long vacations, a cabin cruiser will likely be your best bet. Once you narrow down which type of boat to buy, it’s time to think about the different design elements you want present in your water rig. Where some boats come fully decked out with beautiful upholstery and a freshly painted hull, others (typically of the used variety) need a little extra TLC. While all of these decisions may require a lot of time, energy, and resources, there’s one boat decision that allows captains and cruisers to get creative without spending a dime: naming your boat.

Before hastily buying a sign or engraving of the first name you think of for your boat, take a moment to research the best boat names—including a variety of creative boat names inspired by music, movies, pop culture, and more. Or, better yet, keep reading for 50 of our favorite picks.

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• Changes in Latitudes
• Endless Summer
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• Fishy Business
• Flying Dutchman
• Gone Fishing
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• In a Meeting
• Island Girl
• Jolly Roger
• Kids Inheritance
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• The Finest Hours
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• Weekend Edition
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• 5 O’clock Somewhere

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Are you passionate about sailing and decided to take this pleasure to the next level by purchasing a boat? If the answer is yes, be aware that a difficult challenge is lying ahead: choosing the boat name .

You got here wondering why ships and boats have names? The main reason for boats having names is for identification purposes, to identify other boats at sea, for people is more easily to identify which boat they would board and describing a boat by using its name is a lot easier than trying to describe it by using a physical description.

This beauty that just entered your life needs to be named and it’s up to you to shape its personality and allow it to highlight yours. We love boating as much as you do, so we decided to do some research to help you choose the best boat name . Here are some tips that will help you name your boat.

What are the most popular boat names

On a top ten list of the most common boat names that stuck to our mind, we included the following.

• 1. Serendipity
• 4. Blue Moon
• 7. Carpe Diem
• 8. Serendipity
• 9. Relentless
• 10. Aquaholic

How about you, do these names ring a bell? We’re sure they do and we’re also sure it’s already becoming easier to brainstorm and try to come up with a perfect name for your vessel.

In addition to the tips above, here is a short list of boat names that fall into the following categories which might facilitate your endeavor. Our boat name suggestions are:

Clever boat names

In addition to the tips above, here is a short list of  yacht names  that fall into the following categories which might facilitate your endeavor. Our boat name suggestions are:

Your choice should be one that feels most comfortable. Make a shortlist, sleep on it and speak about your options with friends and family before deciding. You will be surprised how helpful such a brain storm is when making such a long-lasting decision. After all, is them also who will enjoy your new vessel.

Funny boat names

Having a cool, clever, or funny name for your yacht, sailboat, or other water vessel is practically a requirement to remain in good standings with the others. A funny name it says the people inside are fun people, they are enjoying themselves.

The funniest boat names

Are you curious about the funniest boat names? These amused us the most:

• Water You Lookin’ At?
• The Codfather
• What’s up Dock?
• Sea Señor or Sea Señora
• Knot on Call
• Seas the Day
• My Option II
• Whatshername
• Kids’ Inheritance

Talk about a conversation starter! These hilarious boat names are sure to have their attention and get a few laughs!

Cool boat names

The great boat names give folks pause as they think of the cleverness or humor of the selected choice. It seems that nearly everyone loves to relax on a boat on the water.

And, these same folks appreciate a well-chosen word or two. A good boat name brings a smile or a chuckle, and a great boat name really makes an impression

Unique and creative boat names

Boating can teach you a number of things: resourcefulness, independence, geography, cooking and of course, a wealth of information about fantastic legends, eerie seafaring stories and more.

When choosing a name, consider the image it creates to others. Take your time and consider, most of all, what fits your boat, your values and your lifestyle.

Majestic boat names

• Graceful Dancer
• Pacific Bliss
• Black Pearl
• Serendipity

Famous boat names

Naming or renaming a boat is not a task to be taken lightly; it requires thought and careful consideration. Looking to famous legends is a fantastic way to find a name.

In case you’re wondering, these are the most famous boat names .

Classy boat names

Remember that classic names don’t have to be boring. In our opinion some of the classiest boat names are the ones named after owner’s loved ones, idols, from art, literature or appreciated characters in history. This says a lot about your personality, your heritage, and education package.

Fishing boat names

You have many options if you’re choosing a name for a fishing boat. You’ll either have it for personal use or for charter, you can go for terms associated with fishing tackle or simply the pleasure of fishing.

Best yacht names

Everyone loves a great yacht, so who wouldn’t love a list of the best yacht names? We’ve scoured the internet in search of the best names for yachts.

Boat names for family

Boating is a great way to bring the families together. A family boat is a vehicle that brings your family closer and ensures the mental well-being of everyone. The name must be associated with the family, which completely represents your family’s significance and the connection between them.

“It’s not just a keel and a hull and a deck and sails, that’s what a ship needs but what a ship is…what the Black Pearl really is…is freedom.”

— Captain Jack Sparrow, Pirates of the Caribbean

What are the most famous boat and yacht names in the history

Boats have always fascinated making since remote times. Moreover, they often paid a crucial role in milestone events like battles and expeditions. Here are some inspiring names that made history:

• USS Arizona : this boat witnessed the Pearl Harbor attack that occurred in 1941
• Mayflower : this boat carried the Pilgrims on the American Continent in 1620
• Santa Maria : Columbus discovered the New World sailing in this renowned vessel
• Mighty Mo alias USS Missouri : this is the boat that witnessed the end of World War II
• HMS Virginia : the famous ship guided by Lord Nelson in the Battle of Trafalgar
• HMS Victory : one of the oldest vessels, it hosted European fleets in the 18 th century
• USS Maine : another historical vessel that was subject to a mysterious explosion in 1985
• Titanic : this iconic ship needs no further presentations. If you haven’t seen David Cameron’s most famous movie, it’s worth to give it a try at least for the vessels’ replica.

Naming your boat by boat type

Whoever knows a little bit about sailing is aware that boats come in a vast range of shapes and styles designed to serve different purposes. To give weight to your boat and emphasize its unique qualities, you must choose a proper name according to its features. Here are some of our ‘pairing’ suggestions.

• Bass Boats : these slim vessels used for fishing ought to state their function. Fish Tales is a common name that can inspire you, but I’m sure you’ll find plenty other great names that ‘have fish’ in them. Check out fishing tips here.
• Motor Yacht Boats : these fast and modern beauties deserve a name that reflects their qualities like Pegasus, Zephyr, Freedom, Carpe Diem, Wind Seeker, Tide Runner, Escape.
• Houseboats : utterly luxurious vessels that can make you feel like lodging in a 4-stars hotel so why shy from showing it? La Dolce Vita, Dream Weaver, Serenity Now, The Good Life are some boat name suggestions.
• Cabin Cruise Boats : these are some of the coziest and most charming vessels you simply fall in love with. This feeling is prone to show through a personal touch, so they are often named after someone or something you truly hold dear.

Everyone wants to show they are skillful and serious about being on the water, so choose a name for your boat that reflects how comfortable you are on the water.

We hope you enjoyed this post and that now you feel more inspired in choosing the best boat name . If you are also interested in other topics related to boating, don’t forget to check out the rest of our articles .

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200+ Best Yacht Names Ever- for Your Inspiration

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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What Did We Name Our Boats in 2022? BoatUS Top 10 Boat Names List:

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SPRINGFIELD, Va., Nov. 8, 2022 -- Now that recreational boating is coming to a close in much of the country, BoatUS takes a look back at the Top 10 boat names ordered this season through its online boat graphics service and provides some commentary.

• Andiamo : Meaning “let’s go / we go / come on” in Italian, Andiamo remains in the No. 1 spot from last year’s list. It’s also a happy refrain heard from the person behind the helm as they put the throttle down and head to open waters.
• Osprey : This year marked the premiere of Osprey, having never before made the top 10. In a unique twist, Osprey bumped last year’s No. 2 boat name, Social Distancing , completely off the list. ‘Nuff said, right?
• Serenity: This No. 3 name is so popular it has made the top 10 seven times since 2010, tying the record with Second Wind . Yep, you guessed it – both are popular with sailboat owners.
• Encore: Also a newcomer to the top 10 this year, Encore may be the boat name of choice for an entertainer. Or, it could indicate the “next” boat – either satisfying the 3-foot-itis or scaling down, or maybe even coming back to boat owning after a hiatus.
• Zephyr : Last appearing on the top 10 in 2010, sailors will welcome this reference to a gentle breeze back to the list.
• Second Wind: Is this boat named for a new chapter in life or achievement? A comeback? A new strength? We’ll never know for sure, but gosh is it perennially popular.
• Adventure : A boat with this name is usually out of the slip every weekend putting miles of water under the keel.
• Knot on Call: This boat name serves as a notice that on-the-water time can’t be tampered with. Of unique importance, the owner of this boat can silence their cellphone ring in just under two seconds.
• Shenanigans: Quit fooling around. Shenanigans are a part of every boating culture.
• Grace: In its fourth appearance on the top 10 boat names list since 2010, Grace likely holds deep meaning for vessels with beautiful lines or for those that navigate with finesse. This is the one boat in the marina that also makes docking look easy.

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31 Elegant Boat Names To Sail In Style

When it comes to sailing, your boat is more than just a vessel – it’s an extension of yourself. Just like the perfect name can make or break a business or book title, the same goes for boats. That’s why finding an elegant and exquisite name for your boat is so important.

To inspire your search for a sophisticated moniker, we’ve rounded up some of the most elegant boat names that we could find.

Here are 31 elegant boat names that will add to your style:

• The Corvette
• Tranquility
• The Symphony
• Enchantress
• The Divinity
• Independence
• The Promise
• The Infinity

We hope this list has inspired you to find the perfect elegant boat name for your vessel. Whether you decide to go with one from the list or create something unique and special, your boat deserves a memorable name that speaks to its personality.

And since you admire elegance, you may equally enjoy some of our other lists like those with classy boat names , regal boat names and classic boat names for a bit of nostalgia!

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• Andiamo : Meaning “let’s go / we go / come on” in Italian, Andiamo remains in the No. 1 spot from last year’s list. It’s also a happy refrain heard from the person behind the helm as they put the throttle down and head to open waters.
• Osprey : This year marked the premiere of Osprey, having never before made the top 10. In a unique twist, Osprey bumped last year’s No. 2 boat name, Social Distancing, completely off the list. ‘Nuff said, right?
• Serenity : This No. 3 name is so popular it has made the top 10 seven times since 2010, tying the record with Second Wind. Yep, you guessed it – both are popular with sailboat owners.
• Encore : Also a newcomer to the top 10 this year, Encore may be the boat name of choice for an entertainer. Or, it could indicate the “next” boat – either satisfying the 3-foot-itis or scaling down, or maybe even coming back to boat owning after a hiatus.
• Zephyr : Last appearing on the top 10 in 2010, sailors will welcome this reference to a gentle breeze back to the list.
• Second Wind : Is this boat named for a new chapter in life or achievement? A comeback? A new strength? We’ll never know for sure, but gosh is it perennially popular.
• Adventure : A boat with this name is usually out of the slip every weekend putting miles of water under the keel.
• Knot on Call : This boat name serves as a notice that on-the-water time can’t be tampered with. Of unique importance, the owner of this boat can silence their cellphone ring in just under two seconds.
• Shenanigans : Quit fooling around. Shenanigans are a part of every boating culture.
• Grace : In its fourth appearance on the top 10 boat names list since 2010, Grace likely holds deep meaning for vessels with beautiful lines or for those that navigate with finesse. This is the one boat in the marina that also makes docking look easy.

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2024 NFL trade rumors: Notable names who could still be moved before or during draft

Which veterans could still be available.

Most of the big-name deals of the 2024 NFL offseason have come and gone, with free agency in the rear view and April's draft around the corner. But that doesn't mean teams are finished exploring the trade market. Sometimes, in fact, the draft's approach and arrival only serve to intensify prospective negotiations involving expendable veterans.

With that in mind, here are five notable names who could still be moved before or during the 2024 NFL Draft :

There isn't exactly a strong market for a former top-three pick whose erratic quarterbacking resulted in multiple demotions, but at just 24 with dual-threat traits, Wilson could be a low-risk reclamation project for a contender. The return would almost certainly not exceed that which the Bears or Patriots got for Justin Fields and Mac Jones , respectively. But one thing's for sure: The Jets have had their fill, with the aging but superior Aaron Rodgers once again back in the saddle.

Potential suitors: Chiefs , Rams , Saints

The Buccaneers have operated like a team focused entirely on the present, retaining Baker Mayfield , Mike Evans , Lavonte David and Antoine Winfield Jr . in a classic "run-it-back" offseason. In that case, they may prefer Godwin to stick as a reliable, if unspectacular, starter. But he's entering the final year of an expensive deal, due a whopping $27.5 million in 2024, and Evans is commanding top dollar on his own new deal. Maybe they'd be open to replacing his role via the draft.

Potential suitors: Cardinals , Patriots, Ravens

Judon is a prolific player at a premium position, but with reason to relocate. From his perspective, New England is rebuilding under a new coach. From the team's perspective, Judon is solid but coming off an injury, going on 32 years old and entering a contract year. The return for a player of his age might not be overwhelming, but the cap relief and/or draft compensation could enable New England to pour more resources into longer-term building blocks.

Potential suitors: Buccaneers, Rams, Ravens

Baker briefly sought a trade last offseason before getting a slight raise from Arizona. The Cardinals can certainly afford his pricey deal with so much cap space, but they also have a younger Jalen Thompson on the back end of Jonathan Gannon's defense. If they can get a solid pick in return, they might prefer another younger investment on a seemingly ascending unit. Baker's versatility and physical punch, meanwhile, could be appealing to teams more suited to contend.

Potential suitors: Bills , Colts , 49ers

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Sean 'Diddy' Combs accuser Lil Rod adds Cuba Gooding Jr. to sexual assault lawsuit

Rodney "Lil Rod" Jones Jr. , the music producer who filed a lawsuit against Sean "Diddy" Combs last month, has officially accused Cuba Gooding Jr. of sexual assault, naming him as a defendant in his complaint amended Monday.

The civil lawsuit, filed in a New York federal district court, came hours after Homeland Security Investigations agents raided two of Combs' homes .

Jones previously named Gooding, 56, in his February lawsuit, accusing the actor of sexually harassing and assaulting him on a yacht rented by Combs, 54, in the U.S. Virgin Islands in January 2023. Gooding wasn't listed as a defendant until now.

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According to the lawsuit, Combs attempted to "pass off" Jones to Gooding, introducing him to the Oscar-winning actor and leaving the two alone in a studio on Combs' yacht.

"Cuba Gooding Jr. began touching, groping, and fondling Mr. Jones' legs, his upper inner thighs near his groin, the small of his back near his buttocks and his shoulders," Jones' lawsuit alleges.

The complaint includes a photo that purportedly shows Gooding with his arm around Jones, along with a picture that allegedly shows Combs and Gooding talking on the yacht.

Combs "failed to step in and stop" Gooding from "sexually assaulting" Jones, the lawsuit states.

Original story: Sean 'Diddy' Combs accused of sexually assaulting 'The Love Album' producer in new lawsuit

Gooding  has faced several lawsuits  in recent years  over alleged sexual abuse , rape and forcible touching .

Jones' lawsuit has implicated other celebrities, including rapper Yung Miami , whose unnamed cousin was accused of sexual assault after she allegedly "burst into the bathroom and began groping" Jones during a gathering on Thanksgiving Day 2022. Jones also claims producer Stevie J helped recruit sex workers for Combs and participated in sex parties referred to as "freak-offs" (a term Combs allegedly used to refer to sexual encounters with sex workers) according to the lawsuit.

Jones worked with Combs on  his most recent record , "The Love Album: Off the Grid." According to Jones, he and Combs worked together between September 2022 and November 2023, a partnership that resulted in nine songs on "The Love Album" for which Jones is credited as a producer. Jones also alleges he was not paid for "13 months (and) thousands of hours of work."

Diddy has denied Jones' allegations against him.

Diddy sex trafficking suit: Mogul's parties with celebs like Prince Harry provided 'legitimacy'

Though he is not accused of wrongdoing, the lawsuit names Prince Harry as an example of how Diddy's parties as a "popular and highly influential" figure provided great benefit to the lawsuit's other defendants, Universal Music Group and Motown Records.

"Affiliation with ... Combs garnered legitimacy, immense success, and access to top and emerging artists, celebrities, famous athletes, political figures, musicians, and international dignitaries" including "Prince Harry."

Diddy's homes in Los Angeles, Miami raided by Homeland Security Investigations

The amended lawsuit follows the reported raid of two of Combs' homes. The homes were reportedly searched by HSI on Monday as part of a federal investigation.

Federal officials raided Combs' Los Angeles home Monday, according to  Rolling Stone  and local Los Angeles news station  Fox 11 , amid  lawsuits  filed against him from accusers alleging the rapper and music mogul has  raped  or  sexually assaulted  them. Agents also searched Combs' Miami residence Monday, Rolling Stone and  The Associated Press  reported.

If you or someone you know has experienced sexual violence, RAINN’s National Sexual Assault Hotline offers free, confidential, 24/7 support to survivors and their loved ones in English and Spanish at: 800.656.HOPE (4673) and  Hotline.RAINN.org  and en Español  RAINN.org/es .

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Who are the victims in Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse? What we know about those missing and presumed dead

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Updated on: March 29, 2024 / 8:06 AM EDT / CBS Baltimore

BALTIMORE - Six workers missing after the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed early Tuesday morning are presumed to be dead, the U.S. Coast Guard announced after a day of search and rescue efforts.

The search for the six became a recovery effort Tuesday evening. Two bodies were recovered from the site of the collapse in a red pickup truck Wednesday morning.

State Police said the search has moved to a salvage effort because officials believe the four still missing are in vehicles encased in the bridge debris. Divers are no longer able to operate around the debris.

The span was struck by a cargo ship shortly after it left the Port of Baltimore early Tuesday morning.

Officials say that eight people were working on the bridge at the time of the collapse. Two people were rescued from the water shortly after Tuesday's collapse. One of the rescued workers was unhurt, the other was treated at the University of Maryland Medical Center and has been discharged. 

Who were the bridge collapse victims?

The men were working for Brawner Builders, filling potholes on the center span of the bridge at the time of the collapse. They were originally from El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Mexico.

One of the missing workers from El Salvador was identified as Miguel Luna by the nonprofit organization CASA. 

"He is a husband, a father of three, and has called Maryland his home for over 19 years," CASA executive director Gustavo Torres said in a statement Tuesday night, noting Luna was a "longtime member of the CASA family."

A former coworker, Moises Diaz, described Luna as a kind person who worked hard and always shared his food with other workers and friends. In an interview with CBS News, Diaz said he considered Luna like a brother.

Maryland State Police identified the two men found in the red pickup truck as  Dorlian Cabrera , 26, who was originally from Guatemala and lived in Dundalk; and Alejandro Hernandez Fuentes,  35, who lived in Baltimore and was from Mexico.

The Honduran Consulate confirmed  Maynor Yassir Suazo Sandoval, 34, was among the missing. His brother, Carlos Alexis, described him as a kind, big-hearted and funny family man who came to the U.S. when he was about 20. He had a teenage son and a 5-year-old daughter.

Jose Mynor Lopez, 35, was originally from Guatemala. His wife, Isabel Franco, told WJZ he moved to the U.S. 19 years ago and was a loving father to their child and three stepchildren

"He had a good heart. He was a hard worker. He was always worried about his family too. He died but he was fighting for us always," she said in Spanish.

The sixth victim, a man named Carlos whose full name has not been released, was also from Mexico. 

Recovery mission paused, salvage begins

The search for bodies was paused Wednesday as attention turned to clearing debris from the  deadly collapse  and reopening the Port of Baltimore. 

The bodies of  two construction workers  were recovered from a submerged truck Wednesday. Four people remain missing and are presumed dead, but divers can no longer operate around the mangled bridge debris that has encased submerged vehicles, officials said.

The span was  struck by a cargo ship  that had  lost power  shortly after it left the Port of Baltimore early Tuesday morning.

The U.S. Navy is mobilizing barges outfitted with heavy lift cranes to help clear the Patapsco River of debris. 

Three cranes with varying lift capacities and support vessels are expected to begin removing submerged portions of the bridge. Two cranes arrived by Friday morning. 

"This was so completely unforeseen," Jeffrey Pritzker, executive vice president of Brawner Builders, told The Associated Press. "We don't know what else to say. We take such great pride in safety, and we have cones and signs and lights and barriers and flaggers. But we never foresaw that the bridge would collapse."

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Behind Closed Doors, Biden Campaign Gathers Major Donors in New York

At a daylong retreat, 175 of the president’s biggest financiers and fund-raisers will hear from top campaign officials.

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By Shane Goldmacher

• March 29, 2024

The morning after President Biden’s fund-raiser with former Presidents Bill Clinton and Barack Obama, his campaign has planned a daylong retreat on Friday for 175 of his biggest financiers and fund-raisers in New York.

The gathering of what the campaign calls Mr. Biden’s national finance committee will feature a half-dozen briefings from his top political advisers, including his campaign manager, Julie Chavez Rodriguez, and two former top White House advisers who have moved over to help lead his campaign , Jennifer O’Malley Dillon and Mike Donilon.

The meeting at the InterContinental New York Barclay hotel is a sign of how the president has drawn his financial strength not only from grass-roots contributors but also from major donors who can cut checks as large as $929,600 to the Biden Victory Fund, a shared venture of Mr. Biden and the national and state Democratic Parties.

To qualify as a member of Mr. Biden’s national finance team, donors are asked to write a check for at least $47,900.

But that is just the entry level. To be considered a “presidential partner,” donors have been asked to raise $2.5 million, while a “principal shareholder” is asked to raise $750,000.

The donors are also slated to hear from Quentin Fulks and Rob Flaherty, who serve as deputy campaign managers, as well as Dan Kanninen and Lauren Brainerd, the battleground states director and deputy director. A polling and messaging presentation and a finance presentation are planned, as well.

The gathering comes on one of the last days of the first quarter of 2024, a key fund-raising deadline, as the Biden campaign hopes to expand its early financial advantage over former President Donald J. Trump.

The Biden campaign has said that it entered March with $155 million in cash on hand combined with the party. The Trump campaign and the Republican National Committee had a combined $44.8 million.

Already this month, the Biden campaign has announced that the joint Obama-Clinton event is expected to raise more than $25 million.

It has not been announced whether Mr. Biden, who was expected to spend Thursday evening in New York, will speak to the donors, though he addressed the last gathering of the national finance committee when he first entered the race at the end of April 2023.

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2024 New York International Auto Show Editors' Top 5 Picks

The 5 best reveals of the show.

The New York Auto Show , like many other shows over the past few years, has shrunk. But it's still playing host to some interesting reveals, and we even got a few surprises this year. It was dominated by Nissan and Hyundai Motor Group products, but ones running the gamut from affordable cars to flagship SUVs. It was a strange situation of being both quite diverse in reveals, and not at all, depending on how you looked at it. Our favorites of the show are a clear representation of that. And another interesting observation, only one of the picks was significantly electrified. Scroll down to see the best reveals of the New York Auto Show ,.

5. Nissan Kicks

"The Nissan Kicks has gone from a reasonably attractive and small crossover into something way more funky with cool textures, color combinations and some actual presence. Plus, it's more spacious, more powerful and has available all-wheel drive. If Nissan can keep the price nice and low to compete with similarly stylish and well-executed competition like the Chevy Trax , the company's got a real winner on its hands." –  News Editor Joel Stocksdale

4. Infiniti QX80

"The QX80 wasn't technically shown at the New York Auto Show, but it was revealed just a week prior at Hudson Yards – accross the street, in other words. Frankly, I wasn't blown away by the initial photos, but I think it looks great in person. The attention to detail both outside and in seem appropriate for an SUV that Infiniti hopes to sell for six figures loaded up. I'm a believer." –  Associate Editor Byron Hurd

3. Kia K4 Sedan

"The Kia K4 interior has way more style than anything in the compact car price range has any business having. Now, if we don't get the green interior option shown in the initial global reveal photos, I'm retracting several of my points here. Otherwise, wowza. I kept looking and looking at that K4 interior photo, and finding new, interesting details to admire. Oh, and the exterior is pretty cool, too, though I do prefer the hatchback in that regard." –  Senior Editor, West Coast, James Riswick

2. Genesis GV60 Magma

"I am psyched to see Genesis show off a proper performance car. The “Sport” trims on its various models are sort of neat, but the Magma brand looks like the real deal. Debuting Magma with the GV60 is a sweet start, too, especially knowing how seriously the Hyundai Group is taking performance EVs with the Ioniq 5 N and EV6 GT. The execution looks promising with all the extravagant aero and spicy, orange seats. Now I just want to see Genesis apply this treatment across its whole lineup, and quickly." –  Road Test Editor Zac Palmer

1. Kia K4 Hatchback

"Kia made design one of its strengths, and it's flexing with the surprise reveal of the K4 hatch. As car journalists, we love hatches and wagons, but they have to be authentic, and the K4 hatch brings the goods. While the K4 sedan will replace the Forte , the hatchback sibling elevates the excitement with something new. It has the looks of a shooting brake while promising crossover capability. Americans like crossovers, but I've long argued they'd again like wagons if done right. Enter the K4 hatch." –  Editor-in-Chief Greg Migliore

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March 27, 2024 - Baltimore Key Bridge collapse

By Kathleen Magramo , Antoinette Radford, Alisha Ebrahimji , Maureen Chowdhury , Elise Hammond , Tori B. Powell and Aditi Sangal , CNN

Our live coverage of the Baltimore bridge collapse has moved here .

Here's what you should know about the Key Bridge collapse

From CNN staff

Officials recovered the bodies of two construction workers who were on Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge when it collapsed early Tuesday morning after a 984-foot-long cargo ship collided into a pillar.

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore called the collapse Wednesday " a global crisis ."

"The national economy and the world's economy depends on the Port of Baltimore. The port handles more cars and more farm equipment than any other port in the country," Moore said.

Here's what you should know:

• The victims: The six people who are presumed dead were from Mexico Guatemala, El Salvador and Honduras, according to Col. Roland L. Butler Jr, the superintendent of Maryland State Police. Two bodies were recovered and have been identified as Alejandro Hernandez Fuentes from Mexico and Dorlian Ronial Castillo Cabrera from Guatemala. The two workers were filling potholes on the bridge and were later found trapped in a red pickup truck in about 25 feet of water, Butler said. The FBI is handling notifying the victims' families, Butler said.
• Recovery efforts: Authorities are pausing search efforts for the four other workers who are presumed dead, because additional vehicles are encased in concrete and other debris, making it unsafe for divers, Butler said. Once salvage operations clear the debris, divers will search for more remains, he said.
• The investigation: The National Transportation Safety Board is leading the investigation into the fatal incident, according to the agency's chair Jennifer Homendy. During a Wednesday news conference, Homendy said there were 21 crew members and two pilots on board the Dali cargo ship when it crashed into the bridge. She also said a senior NTSB hazmat investigator identified 56 containers of hazardous material, and that some containers are in the water. The agency received six hours of voyage data from the ship and the investigation could take 12 to 24 months to complete, Homendy said. She emphasized that NTSB will not analyze information collected or provide conclusions while on scene of the collapse.
• Looking forward: Department of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said rebuilding the bridge will not be "quick or easy" but that it will get done. He said there are four main focus points ahead: reopening the port, dealing with supply chain issues until its reopening, rebuilding the bridge and dealing with traffic issues until the bridge is rebuilt. Biden  pledged the full support  of the federal government in the response and recovery efforts. His administration has already conveyed a sense of urgency to open up federal funding to remove debris and ultimately rebuild the bridge. Maryland has submitted a request to the Biden administration for emergency relief funds "to assist in our work going forward," Moore said Wednesday.

It's almost impossible to place people on the bow of ship due to the unstable structure, fire official says

 From CNN's Sarah Engel

Baltimore City Fire Chief James Wallace said Wednesday that the cargo ship's bridge structure and containers at the bow remain unstable.

"It's going to be very difficult, if not impossible, and very dangerous, to place people on the bow of that boat right now," Wallace told CNN's Kaitlan Collins.

"Naturally, we're still very cognizant of the fact that there are hazardous materials on board the vessel itself," Wallace said, alluding to the National Transportation Safety Board saying earlier that 56 containers were carrying hazardous materials.

Wallace said his team is relying heavily on aerial recognizance, including drones. "That's the only way we're able to see in," he said.  

He added that the aerial surveillance has "been able to really assure us right now we have no [chemical] reactions on board." 

"It's just utter devastation," NTSB chief says of the bridge collapse site

From CNN's Aditi Sangal

Jennifer Homendy, chair of the National Transportation Safety Board, called the site of the Key Bridge collapse "devastating."

"It's pretty devastating, certainly, seeing not just what's going on with the cargo containers, but just looking at what was a bridge span — three bridge spans that is pretty much gone. It's just utter devastation," she said at Wednesday evening's news briefing.

She added that she is thinking of families who lost loved ones and those who are waiting to reunite with their lived ones.

NTSB interviewed the Dali's captain and some other crew members today, agency chief says

The National Transportation Safety Board has interviewed the ship's captain, his mate, the chief engineer and one other engineer today, according to Chair Jennifer Homendy.

The two pilots on board the Dali at the time of collision will be interviewed tomorrow, she added.

Cargo ship's voyage data recorder is basic when compared to an airplane's, NTSB chair says

From CNN's Tori B. Powell

The voyage data recorder on the cargo ship Dali was a "newer model" but is considered basic when compared to that on an airplane, according to National Transportation Safety Board Chair Jennifer Homendy.

"But it is very basic compared to say, a flight data recorder, where we would have 1,000 parameters," she said at a news conference on Wednesday.

The NTSB chief investigator Marcel Muise added:

"It's not a ship-wide system recorder, so most of the sensors that are being recorded are from the bridge. So things like GPS, the audio, rudder feedback, rudder commands are recorded on there. But not engineering, the temperature of each cylinder, power distribution sensors."

There were no tug boats with Dali at the time of the collision. That's normal, NTSB chief says

There were no tugs with Dali when the cargo vessel collided with Baltimore's Key Bridge, which is normal protocol, according to National Transportation Safety Board Chair Jennifer Homendy.

Remember: At 01:26:39 on Tuesday, Dali's pilot made a general very high frequency (VHF) radio call for tugs in the vicinity to assist, the NTSB investigator Marcel Muise had said.

"The tugs help the vessel leave the dock, leave the port and get into the main ship channel. And then they leave. Once it's on its way, it's a straight shot through the channel. So there are no tugs with the vessel at the time. So they were calling for tugs," she said.

NTSB chair says she saw some containers that were carrying hazardous materials in the water

National Transportation Safety Board Chair Jennifer Homendy said she did see some of the 56 containers that were carrying hazardous materials in the water.

When asked how many

When asked how many containers of hazardous materials were in the water, Homendy said:

"I did see some containers in the water, and some breached significantly on the vessel itself," she said. "I don't have an exact number, but it's something that we can provide in an update."

Homendy said that a preliminary report should be out in two to four weeks.

This post has been updated with more quotes from Homendy.

Bridge did not have any redundancy, unlike the preferred method for building bridges today, NTSB chair says

Baltimore's Key Bridge did not have any redundancy, which is included in the preferred method of building bridges in the present day, according to National Transportation Safety Board Chair Jennifer Homendy.

"The bridge is a fracture critical," she explained. "What that means is if a member fails that would likely cause a portion of, or the entire bridge, to collapse, there's no redundancy. The preferred method for building bridges today is that there is redundancy built in, whether that's transmitting loads to another member or some sort of structural redundancy. This bridge did not have redundancy," Homendy said.

There are 17,468 fracture critical bridges in the United States out of 615,000 bridges total, she said, citing the Federal Highway Administration.

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