Patu
Polynesian · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Patu
Patu is a Māori word meaning "club" or "weapon," derived from the Polynesian language family with roots in Proto-Austronesian.
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Etymology
Patu is a Māori word meaning "club" or "weapon," derived from the Polynesian language family with roots in Proto-Austronesian. It is used primarily in Māori culture of New Zealand, where it holds significant historical and cultural importance as a traditional weapon used in pre-contact warfare.
Patu currently ranks #3,736 in the United States as a boy's name.
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