Definitions by Matthew Finkelstein

playa name 

That name you use for whatever persona you create for yourself at the burning man. Traditionally given to you by another person.

Jo: hay whats your name?
Matt: Matthew
Jo: No your playa name.
MAtt:OH! Pornfirepimpalota'pus.

playa name by Matthew Finkelstein September 7, 2005

the playa 

alternate name for the burning man festival. Likley because it is the grandest stage for players to play upon.

Lets pack our bags and go to the playa.

the playa by Matthew Finkelstein September 7, 2005