Prionace glauca is known by a variety of synonyms in the scientific community. Some of the most common ones include blue shark, great blue shark, and copper shark. The Latin name for this species can also be spelled as "Prionace glauca" or "Prionace glaucus." Additionally, some researchers and experts refer to this shark by its common name in other languages, such as "Tiburon Azul" in Spanish or "Requin Bleu" in French. Regardless of the name used, Prionace glauca is a fierce and adaptable predator that lives in oceans around the world.