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Full Name Detail
Name
Alii
Origin
Samoan / Hawaiian
Gender
Male
Meaning
ocean chief
Detailed Meaning
Named for master navigators who led voyaging expeditions and held the highest knowledge of wayfinding. This name carries authority, wisdom, and responsibility.
A noble name that signifies leadership and authority, often given to boys expected to guide and inspire. It carries a dignified and respected presence.
A noble name that signifies leadership and authority, often given to boys expected to guide and inspire. It carries a dignified and respected presence.
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Syllable Breakdown
1. a (prefix)
2. li (middle)
3. i (suffix)
This breakdown helps explain how the final name is built and why it sounds the way it does.
Alii Name Meaning and Style
Alii is a male name of Samoan / Hawaiian origin, meaning ocean chief.
It appears in the cultural, Leadership, Ocean Heritage name collections and has 3 syllables. Browse the related Samoan / Hawaiian names below for alternatives with a similar background.
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