Marama
moon, light, understanding
GenderGirlOriginMaoriSay itmah-RAH-mahPopularityKnown in NZ, rare elsewhere
Pronounced mah-RAH-mah
About the name Marama
Marama means both 'moon' and 'to understand,' linking clarity of mind with gentle nighttime light. It's a soft, luminous name full of quiet wisdom.
Thoughtful and calm, with a gentle glow that draws people close.
Fun fact
Marama is also used as a regional name for the moon phases in traditional Maori calendars.
Nicknames for Marama
MaraRama
Variations
Maramarama