Names with Polynesian Origins

Makai: Hawaiian name meaning "ocean" or "sea"

Belove

Tamati: Polynesian name meaning "sweet," often given to summer-born children for good luck and prosperity.

Hemi: Polynesian name meaning "brave" or "strong"

Ariki (Polynesian): Chief or leader

Matiu: Polynesian name meaning "Matthew" and "God's gift."

Makhai: Polynesian, meaning "gift from God" or "chosen one."

Tangaroa: Polynesian god of the sea, earthquakes, and fish; father of marine creatures.

Teina (Polynesian): younger sibling

Kato: "lower" (Japanese), "warrior" (Polynesian), "light" (Native American)

Kailani: "Jewel of the Sea and Sky" (Polynesian)

Makena: Polynesian name meaning "happy," "contented," "satisfied"

Maliah: Calm sea breeze (Hawaiian)

Keilani (Hawaiian): "heavenly" or "sacred"

Moana: Polynesian name meaning "vast ocean" or "deep sea"

Manaia: Polynesian for "defender" or "guardian," representing protection, authority, leadership, and spiritual guidance.

Heavenly flower

Mereana: Calm waters (Polynesian)

Tehani: Peaceful, serene; Polynesian origin.

Huia, meaning "whistle blower," originates from the Polynesian language, referring to the distinct whistling call of the Huia bird of New Zealand.