When naming a girl in Maori culture, parents might honor revered female elders, local flora, or values like peace and unity. Monikers like Aroha (“love”) or Moana (“ocean”) radiate organic simplicity and resonate with tribal narratives. Each name speaks to a lineage proud of its seafaring ancestors and communal spirit. A Maori baby girl name offers a beautiful, timeless link to the heritage of Aotearoa.
Night rain
A modern spelling of Amir, often used creatively.
A unique spelling of Amira, meaning "princess."
Of Hebrew and Spanish origin, meaning "grace."
Of Hindi and Swahili origin, meaning "grace" or "sweet-faced."
Of Hebrew origin, meaning "lion" or "brave."
The name "Arii" is often considered a variation of the name "Ari," which can mean "lion" in Hebrew.
Avaia means "wise counselor" or "bird."
Of Arabic origin, meaning "angel" or "messenger."
Eloni means "oak tree" or "strong" in Hebrew.
Life
Grace
God is gracious
The meaning of the name Kahlea is "beloved" or "friend".
Calm river
The meaning of Kaiomi is "beauty of the ocean".
Kaiora is a name of Maori origin, meaning "life" or "health."
Unknown
A variant of the Kauri tree
Of unknown origin,
Mist
Unknown
Maiden
The meaning of Mahani is "gentle caress."
Maisee means "pearl."
A variant of the word for
A communal or sacred place used for meetings and ceremonies
Maru means "round" or "circle" in Japanese.
Ocean
The name Morea means "star of the sea."
A variant of Ngaire
Winner or achiever
Of various cultures origin.
The name Raiha is of Arabic origin and means "fragrance" or "aroma."
Renata carries unique cultural or symbolic value.
Rewa means 'one that moves'.
Saia carries unique cultural or symbolic value.
The name Savea is of Polynesian origin and means "leader" or "chief."
Tahli is a Hebrew name meaning "morning dew" or "gentle rain."
Great
Queen
The name Tari means "fresh" or "youthful."
Gift from God
Tsireya is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "my hope" or "my joy."
