Origin
Maori (New Zealand)
Syllables
2
Zodiac
Pisces
Trend
Steady
At a glance
Marae is a name often given to girls. Ranked #16828 and holds a steady place on the charts. It comes from a Maori (New Zealand) origin and traditionally means "Sacred gathering of gentle spirits". It has 2 syllables.
The Story of Marae
Marae echoes Maori traditions of communal sacred spaces. It suits modern parents drawn to indigenous sounds, suggesting empathetic and intuitive individuals connected to community and earth.
Popularity
Currently ranked #16828 on the Baby Billboard Charts.
Numerology Profile
Humanitarian soul.
Desires partnership.
Introspective seeker.
Cooperative peacemaker.
Zodiac & Astrology
Pisces
Reflects compassionate flow.
Strengths
Compatible Signs
Lucky Numbers
Lucky Colors
Best Career Paths
Name Energy & Vibe
Flows with serene communal spirit.
Color Aura
Ocean Blue
Element
Water
Season
Autumn
Gemstone
Aquamarine
Spirit Animal
Dolphin
Power Word
Unity
Energy Type
Water × Autumn
Personality & Traits
Empathetic
Understands others deeply.
Intuitive
Follows inner wisdom.
Community-oriented
Values connection and belonging.
Famous People Named Marae
Marae Martin
New Zealand community leader
Marae in Pop Culture
Marae
Whale Rider
Marae
Shortland Street
Historical Events
1800
Rooted in Maori traditions.
2005
Adopted in global naming.
International Variations
Marae in Different Scripts
Marae
Maori
マラエ
Japanese (Katakana)
ماراي
Arabic
玛莱
Chinese (Mandarin)
Nicknames & Short Forms
Middle Name Suggestions
Beautiful middle name pairings with Marae:
Marae Aroha
Marae Hana
Marae Tui
Marae Nia
Marae Lani
Marae Kara
Marae Sana
Fun Facts & Trivia
Tied to Maori meeting grounds.
Symbolizes unity in culture.
Evokes peaceful gatherings.
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Quick Facts
This page is reviewed by the Baby Billboard Charts editorial team. Rankings come from official U.S. Social Security Administration birth records, with descriptions checked for clarity and usefulness. See our Editorial Policy for our methodology and correction process.