What does Maicee mean and where does it come from?
Maicee is a modern, creative spelling of the more common name Maisie, which is derived from the Scottish name Mairead, itself a variant of Margaret. The name means 'pearl' in Gaelic; however, with the variation, Maicee can be interpreted as meaning 'Mace's gift', where 'Mace' could signify a person
Cultural significance
Maicee has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of mace's gift.
Peak popularity
Reached #8924 in 2011 — currently #16773 in the US.
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Browse names →How else can you spell Maicee?
Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive
What middle names flow best with Maicee?
Maicee works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Maicee Leah
One syllable · timeless choice
Maicee Quinn
One syllable · timeless choice
Maicee Blair
One syllable · on the rise
Maicee Ruth
One syllable · timeless choice
Maicee Wren
One syllable · vintage charm
Maicee Faith
One syllable · vintage charm
How popular is Maicee right now?
Falling — down 87 spots — currently #16773 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
|---|
| 2024 | #16773 | 5 | ▼ down 87 |
| 2023 | #16686 | 5 | ▲ up 107 |
| 2022 | #16793 | 5 | ▼ down 4184 · -29% births |
| 2020 | #12609 | 7 | ▼ down 1322 · -22% births |
| 2015 | #11287 | 9 | ▲ up 473 |
| 2010 | #11760 | 9 | ▲ up 2052 · +29% births |
| 2005 | #13812 | 7 | ▲ up 1364 · +40% births |
| 1995 | #15176 | 5 | — |
The story of Maicee
Maicee is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1994. With 171 total births recorded, Maicee remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #15176 in 1995, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #16686 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Maicee in 2011:
Maicee by decade
Maicee peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|
| 1990s | 11 | |
| 2000s | 67 | |
| 2010s ★ | 86 | |
| 2020s | 12 | |
💎Maicee has only 171 total recorded births since 1994 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Maicee?
Common
MaiMaicMaicieMaicyIcee
What names sound and feel like Maicee?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Maicee also consider these
Common questions about the name Maicee
What does the name Maicee mean?
Maicee means "Mace's gift" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Maicee?
Maicee is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Maicee have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Maicee?
Maicee originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Maicee trending right now?
Maicee is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.
Is Maicee a common or rare name?
Maicee is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.