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Eight Mapuche names for babies
The Mapuche are an indigenous people living in southern Chile and Argentina. Their culture and language, Mapudungun, have a rich history and a deep connection to nature. Mapuche names reflect this worldview and often have meanings related to the sun, moon, stars, animals, plants or virtues. Here are eight Mapuche names for boys and girls, along with their meaning, pronunciation and some interesting facts. (more…)
Eluney
Eluney is an unisex Native american name. Meaning “gift from heaven” in the Mapuche language, an indigenous ethnic group living in southern Chile and Argentina.
The name Eluney can be used for both boys and girls, although it is more frequently used for boys.
It derives from the union of the Mapuche words “elu” (sky) and “ney” (gift). Thus, Eluney would be a way of expressing gratitude and love for the birth of a son or daughter, considered a divine gift. (more…)