English Explorer Sir Frances Drake, claims lands discovered of The Pacific Ocean for Emgland, as "Nova Abion". Many Historians identify these lands as possibly being Modern day California (US).
In Hindu Mythology, ''Varuni'' was a Consort and Goddess to Varuna, God of Water (Oceans, etc.). She was responsible for the constant movement (tides), of The Waters of The Earth. Without Her, all Sea Life and basic travel on The Seas would end.