Maisie Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAY-zee / /ˈmeɪ.zi/Scottish; English
Meaning
Scottish: Pearl; English: Diminutive of Margaret
Historical & Cultural Background
Maisie is a diminutive form of the name Margaret, which has roots in Greek and means 'pearl.' The name gained popularity in Scotland and has been used as an independent name since the 19th century. It is often associated with a playful and youthful character. Maisie has also been featured in various literary works and popular culture.
Trend Summary
Maisie has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Macey
- Maisy
International Variants
- Maïté (French)
- Maja (Swedish)
- Maja (Polish)
Famous people named Maisie
Maisie Williams is an English actress known for her role as Arya Stark in the television series 'Game of Thrones.'.
Maisie Peters is a British singer-songwriter recognized for her music career and hit singles.
Fictional characters named Maisie
Maisie Lockwood is a character in the 'Jurassic World' franchise, known for her role as a young girl with a connection to dinosaurs.
Maisie is a character in the children's book series 'Maisie Mouse,' which follows her adventures.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Maisie was first seen in the United States in 1890. Maisie has ranked as high as #476 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Pennsylvania, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Maisie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Maisie (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 86 | |
| TX | 85 | |
| OH | 66 | |
| PA | 65 | |
| FL | 58 | |
| WA | 51 | |
| NY | 50 | |
| IL | 46 | |
| MA | 39 | |
| VA | 39 | |
| TN | 37 | |
| WI | 36 | |
| CO | 36 | |
| IN | 34 | |
| NC | 34 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1890 | 5 |
| 1891 | 6 |
| 1892 | 8 |
| 1893 | 8 |
| 1896 | 6 |
| 1897 | 5 |
| 1898 | 11 |
| 1899 | 6 |
| 1900 | 10 |
| 1901 | 9 |
| 1902 | 5 |
| 1903 | 9 |
| 1905 | 6 |
| 1906 | 7 |
| 1907 | 5 |
| 1908 | 8 |
| 1909 | 8 |
| 1911 | 15 |
| 1912 | 10 |
| 1913 | 13 |
| 1914 | 13 |
| 1915 | 27 |
| 1916 | 13 |
| 1917 | 17 |
| 1918 | 20 |
| 1919 | 20 |
| 1920 | 22 |
| 1921 | 35 |
| 1922 | 27 |
| 1923 | 32 |
| 1924 | 27 |
| 1925 | 26 |
| 1926 | 23 |
| 1927 | 25 |
| 1928 | 27 |
| 1929 | 23 |
| 1930 | 20 |
| 1931 | 11 |
| 1932 | 16 |
| 1933 | 8 |
| 1934 | 11 |
| 1935 | 9 |
| 1936 | 8 |
| 1937 | 6 |
| 1938 | 7 |
| 1940 | 7 |
| 1941 | 8 |
| 1942 | 7 |
| 1944 | 6 |
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1946 | 7 |
| 1947 | 8 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1949 | 7 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1961 | 7 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1971 | 10 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1974 | 14 |
| 1975 | 11 |
| 1976 | 16 |
| 1977 | 12 |
| 1978 | 13 |
| 1979 | 12 |
| 1980 | 15 |
| 1981 | 10 |
| 1982 | 18 |
| 1983 | 11 |
| 1984 | 14 |
| 1985 | 15 |
| 1986 | 14 |
| 1987 | 12 |
| 1988 | 21 |
| 1989 | 17 |
| 1990 | 30 |
| 1991 | 46 |
| 1992 | 60 |
| 1993 | 45 |
| 1994 | 56 |
| 1995 | 48 |
| 1996 | 63 |
| 1997 | 64 |
| 1998 | 98 |
| 1999 | 92 |
| 2000 | 88 |
| 2001 | 101 |
| 2002 | 98 |
| 2003 | 97 |
| 2004 | 106 |
| 2005 | 117 |
| 2006 | 119 |
| 2007 | 131 |
| 2008 | 114 |
| 2009 | 116 |
| 2010 | 123 |
| 2011 | 138 |
| 2012 | 150 |
| 2013 | 218 |
| 2014 | 437 |
| 2015 | 458 |
| 2016 | 541 |
| 2017 | 595 |
| 2018 | 628 |
| 2019 | 912 |
| 2020 | 765 |
| 2021 | 780 |
| 2022 | 916 |
| 2023 | 1,063 |
| 2024 | 1,241 |