Palu
to mix, deep-sea fishing term
GenderUnisexOriginTonganSay itPAH-looPopularityVery rare
Pronounced PAH-loo
About the name Palu
Palu references deep-sea fishing traditions in Tonga, tying the name to the ocean and provision. It's short and rooted in daily island life.
Resourceful, hardworking, and connected to the sea.
Fun fact
Palu fishing, targeting deep-sea snapper, remains an important Tongan tradition.