Alur Submitted Names

Alur names are used by the Alur people of Uganda.
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Submitted names are contributed by users of this website. The accuracy of these name definitions cannot be guaranteed.
Abedikani m & f Alur
Means "Where do I stay?" in Alur language. It is given to someone who is born to a parent or parents who are disliked by, or in conflict with, their familymembers or community.
Aber f & m Alur
Means "I'm better" or "I'm good" in Alur language.
Acan f & m Alur
Means "I suffer" in Alur language. The name may be given to a child born when the parents were experiencing poverty or suffering.
Alworunga m Alur
Of uncertain meaning.
Atimango f Alur
Means "What do I do?" in Alur language and may be given to someone who is born to parents who are facing an issue or problem.
Jalaur m Alur
Meaning “passenger”. A famous bearer was Jalusiga’s older half-brother, who was a temporary replacement for their father Amula from 1917-22 when he was in exile.
Jalusiga m Alur
Meaning uncertain. A famous bearer was one of Amula’s sons, who replaced him as a chief of the Ukuru when he passed away.
Jokichana f Alur, African Mythology
Of uncertain meaning. Jokichana is a rock spirit in Alur Mythology.
Nyachero f Alur, African Mythology
Likely meaning ‘Tomorrow’ in Alur, Nyachero is a character in Alur Mythology, a princess of her kingdom.