The move Splash is called haneru (はねる) in Japan, which can mean splash, but more usually hop. This is why it's a Normal-type move and why Pokémon such as Spoink can learn it. Its English name and relation with Magikarp suggests a false link with water.
SOURCE: https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Splash_(move)#Trivia
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