Maori
Pronunciation: [ m-OWR-ee ]
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Maori first appeared in US Social Security records in 2015.
Over 5 babies have been named Maori in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Maori is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #42,077 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #42,077
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Maori
Maori is a girl name .
Maori is currently ranked #42,077 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Maori include Mao, May, and Maoie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis