[Adored trope] Dreaded/Legendary ships

Vessels that have a reputation of their own, whose names spark fear, awe, even hate or pride within the hearts of listeners and transcend their crew and captains.

"Black Pearl", "Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl"

"Bismarck", real life

"The Flying Dutchman", real life myth

"HMS Victory", real life

"USS Enterprise", "Star Trek"