The list of ship commissionings in 1869 is a chronological list of ships commissioned in 1869. In cases where no official commissioning ceremony was held, the date of service entry may be used instead.
| Date | Operator | Ship | Pennant | Class and type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 April |  United States Navy | USS Saugus | – | Canonicus-class monitor | Recommissioned [1] |
| Unknown date |  Spanish Navy | Doña María de Molina | – | Screw corvette | [2] |