ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Noa-name

Okay kiddo, a name is something we call ourselves so that other people know who we are. There are many different types of names, like first names, last names, nicknames, and even pet names!

A noa-name is a special type of name that comes from the Hawaiian language. In Hawaiian culture, there are different ways of naming things based on their relationship to other things. A noa-name is one that is given to you without any special conditions or rules - kind of like a nickname!

For example, if your name was Lily, but your family or friends started calling you "Lilypad" because you always loved playing by the pond, that would be a noa-name. It's not your official name, but it's a fun way to show how you're unique and special.

Noa-names are important in Hawaiian culture because they show how everything in the world is connected and has meaning, even things as simple as a nickname. So next time someone calls you by your noa-name, remember that it's a special way of saying they care about you!