What does pomare mean in maori?

"Pomare" itself is not a word in Māori. It is a surname of French origin, adopted by the royal family of Tahiti.

The closest meaning in Māori could be:

* "Po" meaning "to shine" or "to be bright".

* "Mare" meaning "horse" or "mare" (female horse).

However, it's important to remember that "Pomare" is a name adopted from French and has no direct translation in Māori.