Vaea
Polynesian · Girl · 1 syllable
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About the name Vaea
Vaea means "sacred" or "forbidden" and derives from Polynesian languages, particularly Tongan and Samoan roots where "tapu/tapu" concepts relate to sacredness and restriction.
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Etymology
Vaea means "sacred" or "forbidden" and derives from Polynesian languages, particularly Tongan and Samoan roots where "tapu/tapu" concepts relate to sacredness and restriction. The name is used primarily in Polynesian and Pacific Islander cultures, with historical significance in Tongan royal and noble families.
Vaea currently ranks #5,321 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2004.
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