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Toa

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How to Pronounce Toa

Pronounced TOH-ah /ˈtoʊ.ə/Medium

Meaning: From the Maori/Polynesian, 'a warrior; brave; strong; victorious' (also a hardwood tree)Low

In 30 seconds: A warrior; brave; strong: Toa is Maori/Polynesian. Crisp, bold, and warm (said 'TOH-ah').

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Origin LowMaori, Polynesian

MeaningFrom the Maori/Polynesian, 'a warrior; brave; strong; victorious' (also a hardwood tree)

U.S. rank (2024)#7667 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births11 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2016

Total births (all-time)≈ 152

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Toa comes from the Maori/Polynesian, 'a warrior; brave; strong; victorious' (also the toa, a hardwood tree). A crisp, bold name (said 'TOH-ah').

In the U.S. it appears in Pacific Islander families. Rare, a-warrior at the root, and bold.

Did you know? Toa means 'a warrior; brave; strong; victorious' in Maori/Polynesian (also a hardwood tree, the toa) — a crisp, bold name (said 'TOH-ah').

Overall data confidence 44%

References — Toa — Maori etymology

Variations

ToahToaa

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Toa mean?

Toa is Maori/Polynesian for 'a warrior; brave; strong; victorious'.

How do you pronounce Toa?

It's said TOH-ah /ˈtoʊ.ə/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Toa a boy or girl name?

Toa is a boy's name.

How popular is Toa?

Toa is a rare name in the U.S.