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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Wave
- Origin
- Hawaiian
- Gender
- Neutral
- Pronunciation
- NAH-loo
Nalu is a gender-neutral Hawaiian name that means "wave." It's pronounced NAH-loo, and it has a clean, modern feel with an outdoorsy, nature-inspired spirit that suits parents drawn to the water and the outdoors.
Meaning & Origin of Nalu
Meaning: Wave.
Origin: Hawaiian.
How to Pronounce Nalu
NAH-looIPA /ˈnɑːluː/
Popularity of Nalu
Nalu is still a rare name in the U.S. It peaked at #6377 in 2022 and sat at #7825 in 2024, with 14 babies given the name in each of those years. That makes it a name your child is unlikely to share with classmates.
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FAQ
What does the name Nalu mean?
Wave.
How do you pronounce Nalu?
Nalu is pronounced NAH-loo (IPA: /ˈnɑːluː/).
Is Nalu a popular name right now?
Nalu peaked at #6377 in 2022 and is ranked #7825 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 2001–2024.)
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