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By Sophie Kihm · Jul 2026

Manaia

OriginMaori
Meaning"embellishment; spiritual messenger"
GenderGirl
Also a boy's nameShow me Manaia as a boy's name

About Manaia

The name Manaia peaked for girls at #6625 in 2015. The name is most popular in MANAIA, MANAIA, and MANAIA. Manaia is occasionally used for boys in 2023.

World rankings

#84🇳🇿 New Zealand

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Names Ending in -ia for Girls
6 Letter Girl Names
Names Ending in A for Girls
Names That Mean Messenger
Names That Mean Spiritual

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