Papua New Guinea Boy Names

Son of the sun, or noble

Friend, companion

Traditional name, often meaning 'firstborn' or 'leader' in Motu.

Traditional dance

Meaning 'chief' or 'important person'.

Strong, powerful

Swift, quick, strength is in him

Father, respected elder

Born during the wet season, specifically the rainy season in South Sudan.

Brother

Warrior

My God

Morning star

Often associated with 'strength' or 'power'.

Strong, powerful

Chief

Means 'village' or 'home' in Motu, a language of Papua New Guinea.

True, honest

Traditional trade voyage

Holy, sacred (often short for longer names)

Good

Light, shining

Joy or celebration.

Traditional leader

Strong, powerful

Strong man

Chief, leader, or head of a community

Meaning 'star' or 'bright light'.

Young man

Born on Saturday

Often refers to 'mountain' or 'high place'.

Warrior

Respected elder

Pearl, jewel

Sea

Moon

Meaning 'spirit' or 'magic'.

Meaning 'good' or 'beautiful'.

Jewel, precious stone

Calm, peaceful

Powerful, strong

Beautiful, admirable

Gift from God

A traditional Motu name with historical significance, often associated with leadership or a specific clan.

Ancestor, spirit

Calm, gentle

Sun

A traditional short name, meaning unknown.

Blessing, grace

rest, comfort, long-lived