Pualena
Meaning of Pualena
Rooted in Hawaiian language, Pualena begins with pua (“flower”) and is completed by lena, an element less commonly documented but often understood to convey soft radiance or warmth. Pronounced poo-ah-LEH-nah, its four-syllable structure offers a smooth, balanced cadence that readily adapts to Anglo-American speech patterns while preserving its island heritage. Though it remains rare in the United States—with fewer than fifteen newborns receiving the name annually and a ranking in the mid-900s over the past three years—Pualena’s consistent, if modest, usage reflects a quietly growing interest in culturally rich, nature-inspired names. Its botanical association and measured rarity combine to give Pualena an analytical appeal: distinct yet accessible, understated yet evocative, making it an enduring choice for parents drawn to refined simplicity grounded in heritage.
Pronunciation
Hawaiian
- Pronunced as poo-ah-LEH-nah (/puoʊˈlɛnə/)
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