Huia
extinct native bird prized for feathers
GenderUnisexOriginMaoriSay itHOO-ee-ahPopularityRare, poignant
Pronounced HOO-ee-ah
About the name Huia
Huia honors a now-extinct native bird once revered for its beautiful tail feathers, worn by chiefs as a sign of status. The name carries both beauty and a note of conservation memory.
Rare, treasured, and unforgettable.
Fun fact
The huia bird has been extinct since the early 20th century but remains culturally significant.