Who gave the Pacific Atlantic Indian and Arctic Oceans their names?

There is no one person who is credited with giving the Pacific, Atlantic, Indian, and Arctic Oceans their names. These names have evolved over time and come from various sources and languages. Here's some information about the origins of their names:

1. Pacific Ocean:

The name "Pacific" originated from Ferdinand Magellan's exploration in the 16th century. During his voyage, he encountered calm seas in contrast to the stormy waters of the Atlantic Ocean. He named it "Mar pacifico," which translates to "peaceful sea" in Spanish.

2. Atlantic Ocean:

The Atlantic Ocean takes its name from Greek mythology. In ancient times, Greek people used the term "Atlantikos" or "Atlantis thalassa" (translated as "sea of Atlantis") to refer to the body of water separating Europe from North Africa.

3. Indian Ocean:

The Indian Ocean was named after its connection to India. It acquired its name "Indian Ocean" during the British colonial era because the British had extensive interests and trade in the Indian subcontinent.

4. Arctic Ocean:

The Arctic Ocean received its name from the Ancient Greek word "arktos," meaning "bear." This is due to the constellations in the northern sky known as Ursa Major ("Great Bear") and Ursa Minor ("Little Bear").