Ponce is a male name of Spanish origin, meaning "Ocean." This name is associated with strength and vastness, reflecting the power and depth of the sea. It is often used as a surname and has connections to various notable individuals and locations. Ponce may also be associated with the French streamer Ponce, the city of Ponce in Puerto Rico, and several ships of the US Navy. Additionally, it has ties to the Mexican composer Manuel Ponce and is used in British and Irish slang to refer to a pimp or an effeminate man. The name Ponce also has culinary connections, being an alternative name for Chaudin, a Cajun food. Its significance extends to various towns and locations in the United States, such as Ponce Inlet, Florida, and Ponce de Leon, Florida.