Māori

Atawhai

Pronounced ah-tah-FYEShare

Meaning: Kindness; generosity

  • Girl
  • Rare gem
  • 3 syllables

The story

A Māori word expressing kindness and care for others. The wh is commonly pronounced like f, though regional pronunciations vary.

Popularity

Rare gem

Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.

Style

Origins

Atawhai comes from Māori.

Hawaiian

Kalea

Joy; happiness

Uncommon
Hawaiian

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Pearl lei; pearl child

Rare gem
Hawaiian · Māori

Mahina

Moon; month

Rare gem
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