Origin:Chinese
Other Origin(s):Japanese
Meaning:Roof; Field
Nuo is a deeply spiritual, gender-neutral name of Chinese origin. Possibly used in Japanese, too, it means “roof” or “field” but mainly refers to Nuo, a Chinese folk religion. The Nuo religion is characterized by a patterned step dance believed to expel evil spirits. It’s also a folk opera or drama involving vivid wooden masks and distinct costumes. Whether you’re naming baby Nuo after the religion or want to raise them to be graceful and elegant, you can rest assured that they’ll be imbued with a powerful legacy.
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