Check out the original article and photo gallery here: http://blog.sfgate.com/stew/2015/10/08/fleet-week-boat-names-guide-san-francisco/ 

If you’re like most of the people who flock to the shore to watch the Fleet Week Parade of ships, you stand there (probably with a drink in your hand) and say “Woah, that’s a cool ship,” without ever knowing what you’re looking at.

Not to worry. We’ve got you covered. The photo gallery (here) names the big boys and little guys expected to make their way through the Golden Gate for the Parade of Ships, starting at 11 a.m. Friday.

For tips on where to watch the show, check out our full coverage, including where not to launch your drone and historic photos that help you understand why people care so much about the Blue Angels.