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Each Kākāhu's unique colour represents each generation. Each generation's colour, carries a story connected to te Atua, which has a connection specific to your generation.
Scroll down to discover which Kākāno represents you
1st Gen
Foundation Generation
Represented by the Māori God:
Tāne-mahuta
God of the Forest and Birds
Tāne-mahuta, the creator and guardian of the forest and birds, represents the foundational role of the oldest generation, nurturing the family's legacy and connection to nature
e.g Uncle Mac, Aunty Liz, Aunty Bella etc
2nd Gen
The Parents Generation
Representing the Māori God:
Tangaroa
God of the Sea.
Symbolizing the vast connections and flow of life, the parents' generation can be symbolized by the sea's wisdom and nurturing nature, guiding the next generations
e.g Shannon, Kawe, Hellen, King etc
3rd Gen
Millennial Generation
Represented by the Māori God:
Tāwhirimātea
God of weather, wind, and storms.
Representing change, movement, and adaptability, this Generation can be symbolized by the dynamic, ever-evolving nature of life in the modern world
e.g Kyneval, Verne, Chejaan etc
4th Gen
Gen Z
Represented by the Māori God:
Rongomātāne
God of Peace and Agriculture
Rongomātāne is the God of Peace, Crops, and cultivated food, particularly the kūmara (sweet potato). This generation, while youthful, focuses on growth, sustainability, and working together for a better future
e.g Vallant, Callum, Koda etc
5th Gen
Generation Alpha
Represented by the Māori God:
Haumia-tiketike
God of Wild Food, Fern Root, and Uncultivated Plants
Represents potential and new beginnings. This generation is seen as the wild and untouched force of the family, ready to grow and create something new
Remaining Tamarikima below 4th Gen
The Outlawz
Representing the Māori God:
Rūaumoko (Rūamoko)
God of Volcanoes and Earthquakes
Some Māori believe that earthquakes are caused by the god Rūaumoko, and the rumblings that disturb the land are made by him as he moves. Representing our other half and how they keep us on our toes.
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