Meaning: Manly
The story
The Māori form of Andrew, adapted to Māori sounds and spelling. The literal meaning comes through Andrew’s Greek ancestry, not from a Māori word for strength.
Spellings & variants
Popularity
Rare gem
Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.
Style
- Classic
- Works everywhere
Origins
Anaru comes from Māori and Greek.
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