Maisee

“a variation of Maisie, meaning 'pearl' or 'child of light'”

English origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#14492US 2023

6Births / yr

↓Falling

118All-time births

📅 Since 198200

How to pronounce Maisee

MEYE·SEE

/ˈmaɪ.ˈsiː/ · stress on MEYE · 3 syllables

“a variation of Maisie, meaning 'pearl' or 'child of light'”

English origin · Girl name

What does Maisee mean and where does it come from?

Maisee is a modern variant of the name Maisie, which is a diminutive of Margaret. The name Margaret originates from the Greek word 'margaritēs' meaning 'pearl'. The spelling ‘Maisee’ is more contemporary and has become popular in the United States. Notable people with the name include Maisee M. Bran

Cultural significance

Maisee has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in English-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a variation of maisie, meaning 'pearl' or 'child of light'.

Peak popularity

Reached #8091 in 1997 — currently #14492 in the US.

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How else can you spell Maisee?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

Maicie

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Maisee?

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

Maisee Grace

How popular is Maisee right now?

Falling — down 5085 spots — currently #14492 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#14492 · Top 11%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#14492	6	▼ down 5085 · -45% births
2022	#9407	11	▲ up 5181 · +83% births
2021	#14588	6	▼ down 3267 · -25% births
2020	#11321	8	▲ up 5815 · +60% births
2015	#17136	5	▼ down 1931 · -17% births
2005	#15205	6	▼ down 748 · +20% births
1995	#14457	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Maisee

Best Year2022Rank #9407

Peak Count11

Average Rank#13801

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1995 - 20237 years

The story of Maisee

Maisee is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1982. With 118 total births recorded, Maisee remains relatively uncommon.

Names that peaked alongside Maisee in 1997:

Emily Jessica Ashley Sarah Hannah

Maisee by decade

Maisee peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	15
1990s ★	58
2000s	12
2010s	25
2020s	8

💎Maisee has only 118 total recorded births since 1982 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Maisee?

Common

MaiMaisMaisieMaisyIsee

What names sound and feel like Maisee?

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

Maicee

American · Mace's gift

Kaisee

English · pure

Maidee

Thailand · little girl

English · bringer of joy

Marlee

English · of the sea

Mazlee

English · A meaningful name

Common questions about the name Maisee

What does the name Maisee mean?

Maisee means "a variation of Maisie, meaning 'pearl' or 'child of light'" — a name rooted in English 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 Maisee?

Maisee is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Maisee?

Maisee originates from English tradition. English 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 Maisee?

Maisee is a three-syllable name pronounced M AY1 S IY1. 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 Maisee?

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