Aroha

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Pronounced ah-ROH-hah /ɑːˈroʊ.hɑː/Medium

Meaning: From the Maori Aroha, 'love; compassion; affection; empathy' — a central value in Maori culture. A warm, meaningful name we note respectfully.Low

In 30 seconds: A warm Maori name: Aroha means 'love; compassion' (said 'ah-ROH-hah'). Heartfelt and meaningful.

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Origin MediumMaori

MeaningFrom the Maori Aroha, 'love; compassion; affection; empathy' — a central value in Maori culture. A warm, meaningful name we note respectfully.

U.S. rank (2016)#14543 ↗ Rising

2016 U.S. births6 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2013

Total births (all-time)≈ 12

History & Origin

Aroha is Maori for 'love; compassion; affection,' one of the culture's core values. Warm and meaningful — rare in the U.S. and treasured in Aotearoa New Zealand (said 'ah-ROH-hah').

It appears only rarely in the U.S., beloved in New Zealand. Rare, warm, and meaningful.

Did you know? Aroha is the Maori word for 'love; compassion; empathy' — a central value in Maori life — a heartfelt, meaningful name we note respectfully (said 'ah-ROH-hah').

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References — Aroha — Maori 'love; compassion'

Variations

AroaArohaaAroha

Nicknames

AroRoha

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Aroha mean?

Aroha is the Maori word for 'love; compassion; affection; empathy,' a central value in Maori culture.

How do you pronounce Aroha?

It's said ah-ROH-hah /ɑːˈroʊ.hɑː/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Aroha a boy or girl name?

Aroha is a girl's name.

How popular is Aroha?

Aroha is an extremely rare name in the U.S.