Guardian of the sky, sea, and earth
In MΔori culture, the Manaia is a mythological creature often depicted in carvings as a messenger between the earthly world and the spirit world. It is traditionally seen as a guardian spirit that protects against evil and provides a balance between the elements.
Less common today
Manaia isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,652 in 2015.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
