Meaning: A bird-headed figure in Māori carving
The story
Manaia names a figure familiar in Māori carving, commonly combining a bird’s head and a human body. Its artistic and cultural associations are richer than a single English adjective.
Nicknames
- Mana
Popularity
Rare gem
Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.
Style
Origins
Manaia comes from Māori.
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