The term "Aquarius" comes from astrology, which is a system of beliefs that suggests the position of the sun at the time of your birth influences your personality and life path. In astrology, Aquarius is an air sign, not a water sign.
While water signs (Cancer, Scorpio, and Pisces) are often associated with emotions, intuition, and sensitivity, air signs (Gemini, Libra, and Aquarius) are known for their intellect, independence, and communication skills.
So, while an Aquarius might enjoy being near water or even swimming, it's not a defining characteristic of the sign.