Surnames of Maori Origin

7 surnames found of Maori origin

Kiaha
The surname Kiaha is of Maori origin and is derived from the Maori word "kiaha," which refers to a traditional Maori weapon known as a "taiaha." The taiaha is a long wooden staff with a carved head......
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Mareko
The surname Mareko is of Maori origin and is derived from the given name Mareko, which is the Maori form of the name Mark. It is a relatively common surname in New Zealand and is often associated w......
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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 a......
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Pahia
The surname Pahia is of Maori origin and is predominantly found in New Zealand. It is derived from the Maori word "pāhia," which means "to be struck" or "to be hit." The name is often associated wi......
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Rongo
The surname Rongo is of Maori origin and is derived from the Maori word "rongo," which means "peace" or "harmony." It is a name that is often associated with tranquility and a peaceful nature....
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Tairi
The surname Tairi is of Maori origin and is predominantly found in New Zealand. It is derived from the Maori word "tairi," which means "to be brave" or "to be courageous." The name Tairi is often a......
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Tauai
The surname Tauai is of Polynesian origin and is commonly found in the Cook Islands. It is derived from the Maori language, where "tau" means "to settle" or "to establish" and "ai" is a suffix indi......
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Surnames of Maori Origin

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