Manaaki
to support, show kindness and hospitality
GenderUnisexOriginMaoriSay itmah-NAH-keePopularityRare as a first name, common as a concept word
Pronounced mah-NAH-kee
About the name Manaaki
Manaaki reflects the core Maori value of hospitality, generosity, and caring for others. A child given this name is wished a life of kindness given and received.
Generous, hospitable, and instinctively caring.
Fun fact
Manaakitanga is considered one of the most important values in Maori culture, guiding how guests are treated.
Nicknames for Manaaki
Manu
Variations
Manaakitanga