Polynesian Names that Start With T

The Polynesian place name Tahiti was given to the island by its natives, although the origins of this name have been lost to history. Tahiti was once a Polynesian kingdom, but today is a part of the Society Islands in French Polynesia.
 
It's important to recognize that Tahiti's history is intertwined with the shadows of colonialism, making this a loaded, unadvisable choice for those without Tahitian heritage. Tahitians do not use Tahiti as a baby name, but we have seen it used as a middle name by parents in the Tahitian diaspora.
 
Musician Bruno Mars, who grew up in Hawaii, has a sister named Tahiti.

Tahiti

In Maori mythology Tāne (also called Tāne Mahuta) was the god of forests and birds, son of the sky god Rangi and the earth goddess Papa. Tāne was the one who pushed his powerful parents apart to create the land and sky. 

 In Tahiti, Tane is the god of peace and beauty, making this a name with multiple wonderful legendary associations.

Polynesian Names that Start With T

The names

Tahiti

Tane