All names
name

Aroha

ah-ROH-hah

/ɑːˈroʊhɑː/

Listen

Hear it in a clear American voice. Slow it down to catch each syllable.

Syllable breakdown

aroha

Name meaning and origin

Origin
Māori (New Zealand/Aotearoa)
Meaning
Love; compassion; affection
Gender
female

Pronunciation tips

One of the most beloved Māori words; aroha is both a name and the concept of unconditional love

Learn one new pronunciation a day

Get a word, name or idiom like “Aroha” in your inbox — daily or weekly, free. Unsubscribe any time.

Something wrong? Suggest a correction