Taniko

Taniko Meaning & Origin

About Taniko
The name "Taniko" is of Maori origin and is predominantly used in New Zealand. It is derived from the word "taniwha," which refers to a mythical creature in Maori folklore. The name Taniko carries the meaning of strength, power, and protection, reflecting the qualities associated with the legendary taniwha. It is often given to girls, symbolizing their resilience and ability to overcome challenges.

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Name Popularity

Gender Distribution

Most individuals with the name Taniko are female.

Taniko Popularity Trends

The popularity of the name has remained the same by 0% over the past year.

Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
TNK
🗽 NYSIIS
TA
🔊 Soundex
T05020
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
T AA0 N IY1 K OW0
🌐 IPA
/taniko*/
🔊 Double Metaphone
('TNK', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
T520

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Taniko in Braille

Here's how to represent Taniko in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.

The name Taniko in braille

How to Spell the Name Taniko in American Sign Language (ASL)

The image below shows how you can spell Taniko using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Taniko in sign language

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