Māori

Rangi

Pronounced RAHNG-eeShare

Meaning: Sky

  • Boy
  • Rare gem
  • 2 syllables

The story

Rangi is Māori for “sky.” It is closely connected with Ranginui, the sky father in Māori traditions, giving the name a significant cultural history.

Spellings & variants

  • Ranginui

Popularity

Rare gem

Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.

Style

Origins

Rangi comes from Māori.

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Man

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Hawaiian

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