Ariki
Maori
"chief"
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Updated Wed Jun 18 2025
Ariki Origin and Meaning
The name Ariki is a boy's name meaning "chief".
An ariki is a member of a hereditary noble rank in Māori culture, the highest in status and seniority. Ariki, and its variant Te Ariki, were the most popular Māori names for baby boys in Aotearoa (New Zealand) from 2022-2025.