Skip to content
Names Starting With N
BoyHawaiian

Nalu

Nalu is a boys' name of Hawaiian origin meaning “wave, surf, ocean wave.” Nalu means 'wave' or 'surf' in Hawaiian.

how do you pronounce Nalu?

NAH-loo

Hear it spoken aloud with our AI pronunciation tool.

what does Nalu mean?

The name Nalu means “wave, surf, ocean wave.” It comes from the Hawaiian language tradition.

Nalu means 'wave' or 'surf' in Hawaiian. Surfing (he'e nalu, literally 'wave sliding') originated in Hawaii and is deeply woven into the cultural identity of the islands. The name captures the essence of Hawaiian ocean culture and the spiritual relationship between Hawaiians and the sea.

who are famous people named Nalu?

  • Nalu (various Hawaiian surfers)

what names are similar to Nalu?

Trending in:naturewild nature

Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial

love Nalu? get 10 more names curated for your family.

Popularity rankings and meanings are just the starting point. Our AI consultant finds names that match your heritage, style, and what matters most to you.

Completely free. No credit card required.

start free consultation