Laiku

LAY-koo'LYE-koo'2 syllables
🇳🇿Maori
Calm

MEANING

Song or chant

ORIGIN

Polynesian

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from the Maori word for a traditional song or chant.

CULTURAL NOTES

In Maori culture, songs and chants are integral to storytelling and ceremonies.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Historically, songs called 'waiata' have been used in Maori culture to preserve history and stories.

🇨🇳Chinese
Melodic

MEANING

Silent or quiet

ORIGIN

Chinese

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from the Chinese characters '来' (lai) meaning 'come' and '苦' (ku) meaning 'bitter' or metaphorically 'quiet'.

CULTURAL NOTES

In Chinese culture, names often reflect desired traits or virtues.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Chinese names have historically been chosen for their meanings and sounds, often reflecting familial hopes.

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