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UnisexPacific Islands (Fijian, Tongan, Samoan, Tahitian)

Alofa

The Samoan word for "love" or "compassion", used as a given name.

Meaning and origin

Alofa comes straight from the everyday Samoan word for love and compassion, one of the values, alongside respect and service, that fa'a Samoa builds family life around.

How to pronounce Alofa

English (US)ah-LOH-fah /ɑːˈloʊfə/

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Drafted with the help of an AI model, then checked by a person. Last checked on 16 September 2026.

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