Maori baby names

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Updated: April 10th, 2024

Maori language is an Eastern Polynesian language which is spoken by the Māori people, an integral population of New Zealand.

Maori baby names are incredibly popular as these names have beautiful sounds with evocative and interesting meanings. These names are not only used by the Aboriginals, but also by the urban settlers. Maori baby's first name is generally given at the time of birth which is influenced by events or circumstances. Earlier, Maori people do not use surnames but after the arrival of Pakeha, it is mandatory for them to use surname or family name which should be the father's name. For women, it is not mandatory to change their surnames after marriage.

Please go through below list of Maori baby names.

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Anahera

Angel

Anahira

Angel

Anaru

The Manly, Masculine, Man, Warrior

Aroha

Pity, Ready to Offer Boons

Aronna

Vivacious, One who is Colorful

Emere

Emulating, Rival, The Word Aemulus Which is of the Meaning Imitating Rivaling, Eager

Hemi

Golden

Hine

One who is Chaste

Hohepa

It will Enlarge, Jehova Increases, God Shall Add a Another Son

Ihu

God Rescues

Kauri

Tree

Kiri

Logical, Mountain Summit, Ray of Light

Maata

A Highborn Lady

Manaia

Manaia

Marama

Moon

Mere

Beloved, Lady, Wished-for Child, Sea of Bitterness

Mikaere

Who is Like God?, Messenger of God

Moana

Ocean, Sea

Moanna

Ocean, Sea

Moanne

Ocean, Sea

Ngaio

From the Trees

Piripi

Friend of Horses, Warlike

Rangi

God of the Sky

Rangia

God of the Sky

Rangie

God of the Sky

Ropata

Glorious Shining, Famed, Bright with Fame, Glory and Brilliant

Taine

God of Light

Tainn

God of Light

Tama

Jewel, Palm Tree, Night, Thunder

Tamati

Twin

Tane

God of Light

Tino Aroha

Ready to Offer Boons, Pity

Wiremu

Will, Resolute Protector, Protect, Protection