What type of earthquake wave can make the ground roll like ocean waves?

The type of earthquake wave that can make the ground roll like ocean waves is called a Rayleigh wave. These surface waves travel along the Earth's exterior and cause both vertical and horizontal ground movement, resulting in a rolling motion similar to ocean waves. Rayleigh waves are typically slower than other seismic waves, such as P-waves and S-waves, but they can produce significant shaking and damage during an earthquake.