Discover and Shortlist Your Perfect Baby Names!
Maori names are deeply connected to nature, spirituality, and ancestral traditions in New Zealand. Names like Aroha (love) and Tane (man of the forest) often symbolize relationships with the environment and community roles. These names preserve the cultural pride and heritage of the Maori people.
| Name | Meaning | Origins | Gender | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| auli | Auli means "noble" in Sanskrit; it's a name of Indian origin. | Algonquian, American, Arabic, Armenian, Biblical, Cherokee, Chinese, Dakota, Hebrew, Indian, Japanese, Maori, Persian, Sanskrit, Tamil, Turkish, Urdu | Either | |
| BuBu | BuBu means "baby" in various cultures; origin varies by context. | African, American, Arabic, Asian, Australian, Biblical, Cherokee, Chinese, Dakota, English, Indian, Indigenous, Japanese, Korean, Maori, Native American, Persian, Punjabi, Spanish, Swahili, Tamil, Yoruba, Zulu | Either | |
| Coki | Coki is a diminutive of "Coco," meaning "chocolate" in Spanish. | Armenian, Asian, Australian, Brazilian, Caribbean, Cherokee, Chinese, Filipino, Hawaiian, Indian, Japanese, Maori, Mexican, Native American, Persian, Spanish, Tamil | Unisex | |
| Ereneti | Ereneti is an uncommon name with uncertain origins and meanings. | Maori, Polynesian | Unisex | |
| Hahau | Hahau: Polynesian name meaning "to breathe," symbolizing life and spirit. | Maori, Polynesian | Unisex | |
| Hairama | Hairama: Polynesian name meaning "bearer of light," unisex and meaningful. | Maori, Polynesian | Unisex | |
| Haoa | Haoa: Maori name meaning "breath," unisex, unique, culturally significant. | Maori | Unisex | |
| Hawea | Hawea: Unisex name meaning "sacred lake," associated with New Zealand. | Maori | Unisex | |
| Hemi | Hemi: Maori name meaning "James," culturally significant, primarily male. | Maori | Boy | |
| Henuita | Henuita: Unique Maori name meaning "to be born" or "birth." | Maori | Unisex | |
| Henuite | Henuite: Maori name meaning "great rainbow," symbolizing hope and creativity. | Maori | Girl | |
| Hine | Hine: Maori name meaning "girl," linked to cultural significance and mythology. | Maori, New Zealand | Girl | |
| Hine Raumati | Hine Raumati means "summer girl," symbolizing warmth and vitality. | Maori | Unisex | |
| Hine-Hauone | Hine-Hauone symbolizes Maori connection to land, motherhood, and heritage. | Maori | Unisex | |
| Hine-Titame | Hine-Titamae means "daughter of the morning" in Maori culture. | Maori | Girl | |
| Hinerāumati | Hinerāumati means "summer girl," reflecting warmth and femininity. | Maori | Girl | |
| Hiria | Hiria: Maori name meaning "to ascend," unisex, culturally significant in New Zealand. | Maori | Unisex | |
| Hiriwa | Hiriwa means "silver," symbolizes purity, and is a unisex name. | Maori | Unisex | |
| Hiriwah | Hiriwah means "adorned with brightness" in Maori, symbolizing hope. | Maori | Unisex | |
| Hongi | Hongi: Maori name meaning "nose pressing," culturally significant in New Zealand. | Maori | Boy | |
| Ihaia | Ihaia: Maori name meaning "God is salvation," unique and culturally significant. | Maori | Boy | |
| Ihaka | Ihaka: Maori name meaning "laughter," significant in Maori culture. | Maori | Boy | |
| Ihorangi | Ihorangi: Maori unisex name meaning "sky, heavens, spiritual connection." | Maori | Unisex | |
| Iritana | Iritana: Maori name meaning "goodness," elegant, unique, culturally rich. | Maori | Girl | |
| Iritiana | Iritiana: Maori name meaning "peaceful," unique, culturally significant, feminine. | Maori | Girl | |
| Kaea | Kaea: Maori name meaning bravery, boldness; unique and meaningful choice. | Maori | Unisex | |
| Kaikara | Kaikara: Unique Maori name meaning "food face," unisex and melodic. | Maori | Unisex | |
| Kaikura | Kaikura means "red food" in Maori, reflecting cultural significance. | Maori | Unisex | |
| Kainga | Kainga means "home" in Maori, symbolizing community and belonging. | Maori, Polynesian | Unisex | |
| Kaionga | Kaionga: Unique Maori name linked to sea, food, and culture. | Maori | Unisex |
