Vainui
Polynesian · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Vainui
Vainui is a Polynesian name meaning "great water" or "great ocean," derived from Polynesian roots where "vai" means water and "nui" means great.
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Etymology
Vainui is a Polynesian name meaning "great water" or "great ocean," derived from Polynesian roots where "vai" means water and "nui" means great. The name is primarily used in Polynesian cultures, particularly in Samoa, Tonga, and other Pacific Island nations, with historical significance in traditional Polynesian genealogy and naming practices.
Vainui currently ranks #4,597 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2018.
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