Pule
Meaningborn in the rain · Sotho
Pule is an African boy name meaning “born in the rain”, with Sotho roots. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds soft and friendly, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
Fewer than 5 US babies a year get this name, so SSA doesn't list it. That makes it truly rare.
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Pule
Pule is a boy name of African origin meaning “born in the rain”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the open vowel at the end makes it sound soft and warm. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Pule at school.
Origin:African names
More African boy names
- Unisex name: Cairo · the victorious
- Unisex name: Asa · healer
- Unisex name: Zaire · river
- Boy name: Omari · long-lived
- Boy name: Ermias · form of Jeremiah
- Boy name: Jabari · brave, fearless
- Boy name: Paulo · small
- Unisex name: Amani · peace
Questions about the name Pule
What does the name Pule mean?
Pule means “born in the rain” and comes from Sotho. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Owen (“well-born”), Eugene (“well-born”), Ewan (“born of the yew”) and Ramses (“born of Ra”).
What is the origin of the name Pule?
Pule is African in origin, and its meaning traces back to Sotho. Other African names to consider are Cairo (“the victorious”), Asa (“healer”), Zaire (“river”) and Omari (“long-lived”).
Is Pule a boy or girl name?
Pule is a boy name.
What names are similar to Pule?
If you like Pule, you might also like Owen, Eugene, Ewan and Ramses.
What should I know before naming my baby Pule?
Pule is an African boy name meaning “born in the rain”, with Sotho roots. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds soft and friendly, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.