Matai
MAH-tie
Popularity
#5563
Letters
5
Syllables
2
Origin
Native American
Total Births
460
Peak Year
#33 in 2012
First Recorded
1998
Style
Strong & Bold
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Matai is a Māori name from New Zealand, often referring to a chief or head of a village.
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Matai
A common and respected title in Māori culture.
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