Aroha means "love" in Maori. It is cognate with the Hawaiian word aloha, which, though more commonly thought of as a greeting, means "peace; compassion; love."Aroha
(ar-rro-HA) (New Zealand Moari) Meaning: Love. Favourite because it sounds beautiful, and has a lovely meaning. In New Zealand it is often the first girls name. (Alternative version - Te (Tey) Aroha
Aroha means "love" in Maori. It is cognate with the Hawaiian word aloha, which, though more commonly thought of as a greeting, means "peace; compassion; love."