Kahurangi

treasured one, precious, greenstone

GenderGirlOriginMaoriSay itkah-hoo-RAH-ngeePopularityRare outside New Zealand
Pronounced kah-hoo-RAH-ngee

About the name Kahurangi

Kahurangi refers to a prized shade of pounamu (greenstone), one of the most valued materials in Maori culture. It signals that a child is deeply treasured.

Radiates quiet preciousness and calm dignity.

Fun fact

Kahurangi is also the name of a national park on New Zealand's South Island.

Nicknames for Kahurangi

KahuRangi

Variations

Kahu

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