About Matai
The surname Matai is of Samoan origin and is derived from the word "mata'i," which means "judge" or "chief" in the Samoan language. It is a title given to individuals who hold positions of authority and leadership within the Samoan community. Therefore, the surname Matai signifies a person who is respected and recognized as a leader or judge in Samoan culture.
The surname Matai is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Matai based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Matai in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Matai using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.