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What are some Maori baby names and meanings?

Here are some Maori baby names with their meanings:

For Girls:

* Anahera: Angel

* Aroha: Love

* Hine: Woman

* Hineiti: Firstborn

* Hinewai: Child of the moon

* Manaia: Spiritual guardian

* Marama: Moon

* Ngahuia: Beautiful

* Rangi: Sky

* Te Ariki: Chief

* Tiare: Flower

* Wai: Water

For Boys:

* Aporo: Sun

* Atareta: To be strong

* Hau: Wind

* Heke: To descend

* Hotu: Leader

* Ihaka: Isaac (Biblical name)

* Kai: Food

* Mana: Power

* Maui: Legendary Polynesian hero

* Riki: Strong

* Tama: Child

* Tane: God of the forest

Unisex:

* Hauraki: Bay of Plenty

* Hikurangi: Mountain peak

* Hine-moa: Daughter of the moon

* Kahu: Cloak

* Maori: Indigenous people of New Zealand

* Rere: To fly

* Tane Mahuta: God of the forest

* Tau: Year

Tips for choosing a Maori name:

* Consider the meaning: Many Maori names have beautiful and powerful meanings.

* Pronunciation: Some names can be challenging to pronounce for non-Maori speakers.

* Family history: Research your family's lineage for any names with special significance.

* Personal preference: Ultimately, choose a name you love and feel represents your child.

This is just a small selection of the many beautiful Maori names available. You can find more comprehensive lists online or consult with a Māori language expert.

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