New zealand female native names
Here are some traditional Māori female names from New Zealand:
- Aroha (love)
- Hinemoa (beautiful, heavenly)
- Kahurangi (treasure, precious)
- Kiri (bright, shining)
- Maia (strong, powerful)
- Manawa (heart, spirit)
- Mere (peace, tranquility)
- Ngahuia (flax, strong and resilient)
- Ngawini (new beginning, renewal)
- Pania (goddess of the sea)
- Rangimarie (peace, tranquility)
- Raukawa (cloud, mist)
- Tāne (daughter of the sun)
- Tāwhiao (daughter of the moon)
- Te Aroha (love, compassion)
- Te Huinga (gathering, assembly)
- Te Kiri (bright, shining)
- Te Manawa (heart, spirit)
- Te Rangimarie (peace, tranquility)
- Whetu (star)
These names are often given to girls born into Māori families and are an important part of their cultural heritage. Many of these names have specific meanings and are often chosen based on their significance and symbolism.
It's worth noting that Māori culture is rich and diverse, and there are many other beautiful and meaningful names that are not listed here. Additionally, many Māori people choose to give their children English names, and some may choose to give their children a Māori name that is not listed here.