Marama
Origin:Pacific Islander
Meaning:Moon; Bright
Marama is a girl's name of Pacific Islander origin. Meaning "moon" and "bright," it refers to the goddess of the moon in Polynesian myths. Each month, Marama is said to feel her light weaken, and after bathing in the Living Water of Tane, it is restored. With such an illuminating name, baby will act as a warm, little night light in your life, providing guidance and clarity in times of darkness.
Sources
Behind the Name, Marama, June 2023
Te Aka Māori Dictionary, marama
WordSense, marama
Victoria University of Wellington Library, Maori Religion and Mythology Part 2: Lunar Myths
The Maori-Polynesian comparative dictionary by Edward Tregear, pg. 214
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