Traditional South Sudan Names

Born during times of peace

born after a long wait or many previous children did not survive

Born in the afternoon

bitter, beloved, rebellion, wished-for child

To draw out, or drawn from water

Born during wartime or conflict

Beautiful woman

Born after a family celebration or feast

Born during early morning hours

Girl born after a boy who died

Born with little hair

Born during the rainy season

Born during a journey or while traveling

Born at night

Long-lived, flourishing, eloquent

Born at home

rock, stone

to tie, to bind, to ensnare

Born before sunrise

Princess, noblewoman

Born at sunrise; morning

Follower

King, monarch, ruler

Born after a long-awaited child, signifying hope and anticipation.

Supplanter, holder of the heel

Born in the evening

Fragrant flower, beautiful tree