About Maiava
The surname Maiava is of Samoan origin and is derived from the combination of two words: "mai" meaning "from" or "originating from" and "ava" referring to the ava plant, which is used to make the traditional Samoan ceremonial drink called kava. Therefore, the surname Maiava can be interpreted to mean "from the ava" or "originating from the ava plant." It is a common surname among Samoan people and reflects their cultural heritage and connection to traditional practices.
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