Marama

MA-ra-ma

Maori and Tahitian

"moon; bright"

Marama Origin and Meaning

The name Marama is a girl's name meaning "moon; bright".

The name of a male lunar deity in Maori mythology, Marama is nevertheless now used as a female name in New Zealand – no doubt because its warm sound lends itself to contemporary feminine trends. In Tahitian, it means "bright, clear".

Notable bearers include politician Marama Davidson, broadcaster Marama Martin and actress Marama Corlett.