New Zealand Baby Names
63 names of New Zealand origin
Boy Names
Kahawai
A fish that is associated with schools and is often caught for food.
Kaimere
the sea
Kaiman
A form of the name Cayman, referring to a type of crocodilian.
Kiaire
Maori
Makauri
the chief, leader
Matao
Maori
Moa
the extinct bird
Matua
father
Omaru
Māori
Pake
To rely upon, to depend on
Tahitoa
one who represents peace
Tahi
A place, location
Tui
chief
Girl Names
Aroara
The light of dawn
Avali
English
Eowyn
Old English
Emele
Samoan
Hinaea
the reflection of the moon
Inia
a name associated with the rising sun or dawn
Jacinda
English
Kaimarie
sea and Mary
Kiore
Māori
Keryn
English
Kea
Maori
Kahia
Referring to the 'Kahikatea', a type of native tree.
Keauri
A type of tree (Kauri), symbolizing strength and endurance
Kiora
Hello, greetings
Keiora
a precious gift; the beauty of life
Kaiora
the sea is a source of life, the ocean is alive
Makaia
The one who achieves
Miriama
Bitterness
Mataia
Maori
Makea
the first born
Maori
Maori
Maraia
Maori
Paikea
To be a leader; to have a strong will.
Remeka
a name derived from 'mere', meaning 'to be gifted'
Rameka
Variant of the name with various meanings depending on context.
Savea
Samoan
Teari
Maori
Taraneka
to be as free as the wind
Tiaona
A gift from God
Tiarre
A type of flower, related to the gardenia.
Teani
A modern variation of the name 'Tiani,' often used in Maori culture.
Tiari
crown or adorned
Takaia
one who is on top
Taea
A beloved name with deep roots
Tekera
a combination of the names 'Te' (the) and 'Kera' (spear)
Turia
A type of fern
Teina
Younger sibling
Uinise
dear girl
Weta
Insect resembling a grasshopper
Yanaya
to be full of joy