Maisa

“A woman who walks with a proud, swinging gait”

Arabic origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#10824US 2023

9Births / yr

↓Falling

207All-time births

📅 Since 198000

How to pronounce Maisa

MAH·EE·suh

/ˈmɑ.ˈiː.sə/ · stress on MAH · 3 syllables

“A woman who walks with a proud, swinging gait”

Arabic origin · Girl name

What does Maisa mean and where does it come from?

Maisa has its roots in Arabic, suggesting grace and elegance in movement. It's a name commonly used in Arabic-speaking cultures, reflecting a positive disposition and feminine strength. Its usage has grown outside the Middle East, finding popularity in Turkey and among Arabic-speaking diasporas arou

Cultural significance

Maisa has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a woman who walks with a proud, swinging gait.

Peak popularity

Reached #7262 in 2002 — currently #10824 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Maisa?

Maisa works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Maisa Grace

How popular is Maisa right now?

Falling — down 1418 spots — currently #10824 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1980–2023#10824 · Top 8.0%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#10824	9	▼ down 1418 · -18% births
2022	#9406	11	▲ up 2364 · +38% births
2021	#11770	8	▲ up 2032 · +33% births
2020	#13802	6	▲ up 3292 · +20% births
2015	#17094	5	▼ down 8997 · -64% births
2005	#8097	14	▲ up 6074 · +180% births
1990	#14171	5	▼ down 2160
1980	#12011	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Maisa

Best Year2005Rank #8097

Peak Count14

Average Rank#12147

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1980 - 20238 years

The story of Maisa

Maisa is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1980. With 207 total births recorded, Maisa remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #12011 in 1980 to #10824 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Maisa in 2002:

Emily Madison Hannah Emma Alexis

Maisa by decade

Maisa peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	16
1990s	29
2000s ★	95
2010s	61
2020s	6

💎Maisa has only 207 total recorded births since 1980 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Maisa?

Common

MaiMaisMaisieMaisy

Famous people named Maisa

Maisa (Islamic scholar)

Maisa bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.

Maisa (Quranic figure)

Maisa appears in the Quran or Hadith, giving this name deep Islamic spiritual significance.

Maisa (Arab poet)

Maisa carried this name in the rich tradition of classical Arabic poetry.

Maisa (historical Arab ruler)

Maisa held this name across the Umayyad or Abbasid Caliphates, spreading its use widely.

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What names sound and feel like Maisa?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Maisa also consider these

Maissa

Arabic · Arabic

Maiza

Arabic · In Arabic, Maiza

Maida

Arabic · flower

Faisa

Arabic · Successful; victorious

Raisa

Arabic · easy-going, carefree

Maysa

Arabic · Princess; one who

Malisa

American · a combination of

Manisa

Turkey · A city in

Common questions about the name Maisa

What does the name Maisa mean?

Maisa means "A woman who walks with a proud, swinging gait" — a name rooted in Arabic 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 Maisa?

Maisa is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Maisa have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Maisa?

Maisa originates from Arabic tradition. Arabic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Maisa?

Maisa is a three-syllable name pronounced M AA1 IY1 S AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Maisa?

Maisa pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Arabic heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.