Nalu is a unisex given name of Hawaiian origin, meaning "wave" or "sea." It gained popularity due to its usage in popular culture, notably as the name of the protagonist in Disney's animated movie "Moana," released in 2016. The name Nalu has since become increasingly recognized and used worldwide.
"Nalu has seen a significant increase in popularity over the past two decades, with the highest number of births recorded in recent years - 14 in 2022 and 13 in 2021."