The name of the ship that sank in 1912 after hitting an iceberg is the RMS Titanic. This British passenger liner was touted as "unsinkable" due to its advanced safety features. On its maiden voyage from Southampton to New York City, the Titanic struck an iceberg on the night of April 14, 1912, resulting in one of the deadliest maritime disasters in history. Over 1,500 passengers and crew perished as a result of the sinking. The tragedy raised awareness about maritime safety regulations and led to significant changes in shipping practices and lifeboat requirements for ocean liners.