Manaaki

ma-nah-kee

Maori

"nourish, nurture, protect"

Manaaki Origin and Meaning

The name Manaaki is a boy's name meaning "nourish, nurture, protect".

Derives from the Māori word Manaakitanga, which is an important value in Māori culture. It is the art of nourishing, being generous and caring about the treatment of others and the environment.

Popularity of the name Manaaki

• 1481 Nameberry 2025