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Manaaki

From Māori manaaki: "to care for, to support, to show hospitality and generosity".

Meaning and origin

Manaaki is a distinctly Māori boy's name rooted in a concept central to Māori culture: the practice of caring for others with warmth and support.

How to pronounce Manaaki

Māori (New Zealand)mah-NAH-kee /maˈnaːki/

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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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