Enele
Origin:Pacific Islander
Meaning:Black, dark; Home ruler
Enele is a boy’s name that originates from the Pacific Islands and Hawaii. It possibly comes from the Hawaiian word 'ele 'ele, which means "black" or "dark" and typically refers to the dark color of a native Hawaiian's eyes. Enele may also have Samoan, Tongan, and Tuvalu roots, where it can be a variant of the Hawaiian Henelē and, in turn, the Germanic Henry. Translating to "home ruler," this name can inspire your little one to treat their new home as their castle. One thing is for sure, Enele will forever bond baby with their roots and give them a deeper sense of their honorable ancestry. Whether they have dark features or the heart of a future leader, baby can wear the name Enele with pride.
Sources
Ulukau Hawaiian Dictionaries, eleele
Behind the Name, Enele, December 2024
WordSense, Henelē
WordSense, Henry
Family Search, 'Enele Talamai
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