Traditional Suriname Names

Meaning unknown, possibly related to 'wise ruler' or 'autumn field'.

Fossilized tree resin, a precious gemstone, often golden-yellow in color.

Trustworthy, faithful, secure, honest

Friendly, good companion, amiable, pleasant, kind

Friend, beloved, companion

Earth, good mother

Son of my right hand; son of the south; son of comfort

Moon, shining

from Mount Cynthus, referring to the Greek goddess Artemis

Lame, crippled

Goddess, divine

Lord of the day, sun

Of Doris; a Dorian

Light, shining one, symbolizing hope and illumination

star

Judge, arbiter, one who separates truth from falsehood

Joy, happiness, gladness

God is gracious

from the valley

God is gracious

Peaceful warrior

Beauty, splendor, goddess Lakshmi

Prosperity, good fortune, glory, praise

sacred name

God is gracious

Kohl, eyeliner; a dark, cosmetic substance used to adorn the eyes.

Handsome birth

Laurel tree, victory

Goddess of the mind, wisdom, thought

Little warrior; young warrior

Beloved, bitter

Who is like God?

Praised, praiseworthy

Protector of men; another name for Vishnu

birthday of the Lord, Christmas Day

Night

noble, patrician

small, humble

precious gemstone

Love, affection, beloved, pleasing

Prosperity, success, beloved of Krishna

Lord of kings, ruler of kings

Pleasing, charming; a Hindu deity

Preserver, Lord of Rama (Vishnu)

wise protector

Born of the sun; name of a Hindu goddess

Brave ruler. A strong and authoritative name.

Pearl