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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Name
Meaning
Angel
Angel
The Manly, Masculine, Man, Warrior
Pity, Ready to Offer Boons
Vivacious, One who is Colorful
Emulating, Rival, The Word Aemulus Which is of the Meaning Imitating Rivaling, Eager
Golden
One who is Chaste
It will Enlarge, Jehova Increases, God Shall Add a Another Son
Ihu
God Rescues
Tree
Logical, Mountain Summit, Ray of Light
A Highborn Lady
Manaia
Moon
Beloved, Lady, Wished-for Child, Sea of Bitterness
Who is Like God?, Messenger of God
Ocean, Sea
Ocean, Sea
Ocean, Sea
From the Trees
Friend of Horses, Warlike
God of the Sky
God of the Sky
God of the Sky
Glorious Shining, Famed, Bright with Fame, Glory and Brilliant
God of Light
God of Light
Jewel, Palm Tree, Night, Thunder
Twin
God of Light
Ready to Offer Boons, Pity
Will, Resolute Protector, Protect, Protection