Polish-born Karolina Katarzyna Pisarska, 36, Luiza Koniuszy, 22, died after entering the water near the city’s Esplanade at about 12.45am on Friday, April 19.
Police and the RNLI were called to the scene after concerns were raised for the pair at the beach.
On arrival, lifeboat volunteers gave the women CPR and took them to Aberdeen Lifeboat Station.
They were taken on to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, but died despite extensive efforts to save them.
Chief Inspector Martin Mackay said: “Formal identification has now taken place and both women’s families have been informed. My thoughts are with them at this incredibly sad time.”
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