About Matau
The surname Matau is of Maori origin and is derived from the word "matau," which means "fish hook" in the Maori language. It is a common surname among the Maori people of New Zealand and is often associated with fishing and the sea. The name Matau may also symbolize strength, resilience, and adaptability, as the fish hook is an essential tool for survival and sustenance in Maori culture.
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The surname Matau is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Matau based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Matau is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Matau in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Matau using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.