Maisee Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: MAY-see //ˈmeɪ.si//
Origin: English; Hebrew
Meaning: English: Child of light; Hebrew: A form of Ma'ayan, meaning spring or fountain
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Maisee is derived from the Hebrew name "Miriam," which has various interpretations, including "sea of bitterness" or "rebelliousness." The name Miriam was transliterated into Greek as "Maria," which then evolved into Latin as "Maria" and Old French as "Marie." The transition into English occurred during the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, when many Old French names were adopted into the English language. The diminutive form, "Maisie," emerged as a Scottish variant of "Margaret," which means "pearl," and became popular in its own right, often used as a pet name for girls named Margaret or Mary.
Historically, the name Miriam is significant in biblical texts, as it is borne by the sister of Moses and Aaron, a prominent figure in the Exodus narrative. This association with a key biblical character has contributed to the name's enduring presence in various cultures.
The name Maria also gained prominence through its association with the Virgin Mary in Christian tradition, particularly following the establishment of the cult of Mary in the early centuries of Christianity. The name was widely used in medieval Europe, especially after the translation of the Bible into vernacular languages, including the King James Bible in the early 17th century, which further solidified its usage.
Culturally, names derived from Miriam and Maria have been associated with virtues such as strength and resilience, reflecting the qualities of the biblical figures they represent. The name Maisee, while less common, carries with it the historical weight of its roots and the cultural significance of its predecessors.
The evolution of the name through various languages and cultures illustrates its adaptability and the rich tapestry of meanings it encompasses, making it a name with deep historical resonance.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Maisee was first seen in the United States in 1982.
Maisee has ranked as high as #1248 nationally, which occurred in 1997, and has been most popular in California.
In the past 5 years the name Maisee has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Maisee is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Maisee was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Maisee (1996)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Maisee.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 10 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2018 | 10 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1997 | 11 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1982 | 5 |