Name meaning
Rawiri Name Meaning - Beloved (Maori)
- Meaning
- Beloved
- Origin
- Maori
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- RA-WI-RI
Rawiri means "Beloved" (Maori). Rawiri is a boy name from Maori meaning "Beloved." Maori form of David meaning beloved.
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Meaning and Linguistic Breakdown
Rawiri is a boy name from Maori meaning "Beloved." Maori form of David meaning beloved.
Origin and Historical Usage
Rawiri appears in Maori naming records with the sense "Beloved." Usage varies by region and parish or civil registry traditions.
Pronunciation Guide
- Phonetic
- RA-WI-RI
- Syllables
- 3
Geographic and Cultural Usage
Outside Maori countries, Rawiri is often chosen for diaspora identity or because the meaning "Beloved" fits a naming theme. Pronunciation follows local accent rules.
Popularity
Rawiri is not a current top-chart name in most English-speaking registries — a plus for parents avoiding classroom duplicates.
Notable People Named Rawiri
- RRawiri Waititi (politician)
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