South Sudan Boy Names

Born in the wilderness, often referring to a child born during a journey or outside of a settlement.

Born during early morning hours, Dinka

Born outside

Father of many nations; a patriarch in Abrahamic religions

Born during migration

Born after siblings

One who fought and won, Dinka

Born with feet first

Born after a long wait

Cow with dark spots

One who arrived or came, often referring to a child born after a long journey or a significant event.

Born during a ceremony

Born during difficult times, Nuer

Born after a long journey

Born while father was away

Revered, exalted, majestic, or venerable.

Born in the absence of a parent

Born before cattle return home, Dinka (often for dark-skinned boys)

Born through difficulty

Strong, resilient

God is my judge

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

Beloved.

Rain, a divine name in Dinka culture

God is with us

Born with an umbilical cord around the neck, Dinka

Son of a family, Nuer

Born during war

Born at a gathering

Meaning 'supplanter'.

God is gracious. A classic and widely used name.

God will add

Born on Thursday

Born at dawn

Born during wartime or conflict, Dinka

Born with luck or good fortune, often associated with prosperity.

Path, way (often a family name)

Born with light skin

Born during times of war or conflict.

Good name, good person, Dinka

Born after a long wait

Son of a brave man

Born on the journey; born on the road

Born after a long wait or when the mother has had many previous children who did not survive.

Born during migration or travel

Born in drought

Who is like God? A classic and strong name.

Born at night; a name often given to children born during the nighttime hours.

Born in the morning

Born during rain