Maisie
Maisie: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ΛmeΙͺ.zi/
Meaning and origin of Maisie
- A diminutive of the female given name Margaret.
Etymology
From Scottish Gaelic Mairead + -sie.
How popular is Maisie?
Since 1880, 12,954 girls in the U.S. have been named Maisie. Its highest rank for girls was #233 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #233 for girls, with 1,328 babies given the name.
Names similar to Maisie
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Maisie
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Maisie FAQ
What does the name Maisie mean?
A diminutive of the female given name Margaret. From Scottish Gaelic Mairead + -sie.
What is the origin of the name Maisie?
Maisie is listed as a name of Scottish origin.
How popular is the name Maisie?
Since 1880, 12,954 girls in the U.S. have been named Maisie. Its highest rank for girls was #233 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #233 for girls, with 1,328 babies given the name.
Is Maisie a boy or girl name?
Maisie is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 12,954 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880β2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.