Lono
/LOH-noh/
Lono is a Hawaiian boy's name pronounced /LOH-noh/. The name of the ancient god of peace, agriculture, and rainfall.
Meaning of Lono
The name of the ancient god of peace, agriculture, and rainfall.
Lono is a traditional Hawaiian name derived from the deity Lonoikamakahiki, one of the four primary gods in ancient Hawaiian religion. He represents the natural forces of fertility, rainfall, and agriculture, and was the central figure of the annual Makahiki festival, which celebrated peace and harvest.
- Origin
- Hawaiian
- Pronunciation
- /LOH-noh/
Cultural background
In contemporary Hawaii, the name is used to honor ancestral heritage and the spirit of peace. It remains a deeply respected name that connects modern bearers to the islands' pre-contact spiritual history.
Variations & nicknames
- Lonokai
- Lonoikamakahiki
- Lono-i-ka-makahiki
Famous people named Lono
Well-known namesakes — celebrities, historical figures and characters.
Lonoikamakahiki
High Chief of Hawaii Island during the 16th century, named after the god.
Politics · 16th century
Lono Johnston
Professional surfer known for competing in international longboard events.
Sport · 2000s-present
Lono (fictional)
Key antagonist character in the graphic novel series '100 Bullets'.
Literature · 1999-2009
Frequently asked about Lono
- What does Lono mean?
- Lono means 'God of peace, agriculture, and rainfall' in Hawaiian culture.
- How do you pronounce Lono?
- It is pronounced 'LOH-noh', with both vowels sounding like the 'o' in 'go'.
- Is Lono a boy or girl name?
- Lono is traditionally a masculine name, as it refers to a male deity in Hawaiian mythology.
- What is the Makahiki festival associated with Lono?
- Makahiki was a four-month period of peace and sports dedicated to Lono to ensure a fruitful harvest.
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