Find out how popular the first name Lual has been for the last 15 years (from 2004 to 2018) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Lual by gender

Based on the last 15 years of data, Lual is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2018, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Lual.

The history of the first name Lual

Lual is a given name with roots tracing back to the Nile Valley region of northeastern Africa, particularly in what is now South Sudan and parts of modern-day Sudan. Its origins can be traced to the Dinka and Nuer languages, which are part of the Nilotic language family.

The name Lual is believed to have originated in the 14th or 15th century, during the height of the medieval Nilotic kingdoms that flourished along the Nile River. It is derived from the root word "lual," which in the Dinka and Nuer languages means "rain" or "rainy season." This connection to the life-giving rains that nourished the fertile Nile Valley region reflects the importance of agriculture and the natural cycles of the river in the traditional cultures of the region.

While there are no known references to the name Lual in ancient texts or religious scriptures, it has been documented in historical records and oral traditions of the Dinka and Nuer peoples. Some of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in genealogical records and accounts of local chieftains and leaders from the 17th and 18th centuries.

One notable historical figure with the name Lual was Lual Diing Wol, a prominent Dinka chief who lived in the late 18th century. He is remembered for his leadership during a period of conflict and his efforts to maintain unity among the various Dinka clans.

Another individual of historical significance was Lual Achuek Yol, a Nuer warrior and cattle herder who lived in the early 19th century. He gained recognition for his bravery in defending his community against rival groups and his expertise in cattle husbandry.

In the 20th century, Lual Achuek Lual was a respected Dinka elder and peacemaker who played a role in resolving disputes between different communities in the region during the early years of Sudan's independence.

Lual Deng Majok was a prominent South Sudanese politician and diplomat who served as the first ambassador of South Sudan to the United States after the country gained independence in 2011.

Lual Achuek Jok, born in 1955, is a renowned South Sudanese scholar and author who has written extensively on issues related to conflict resolution, governance, and the challenges facing his homeland.

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