Maisen

“The name Maisen appears to be a more recent or modern creation, possibly inspired by Western names like Mason”

Japan origin · Unisex name

♂ 78% boys♀ 22% girls

#4075US 2023

27Births / yr

↑Rising

330All-time births

📅 Since 199600

How to pronounce Maisen

MEYE·SEN

/ˈmaɪ.ˈsɛn/ · stress on MEYE · 2 syllables

“The name Maisen appears to be a more recent or modern creation, possibly inspired by Western names like Mason”

Japan origin · Unisex name

What does Maisen mean and where does it come from?

The name Maisen appears to be a more recent or modern creation, possibly inspired by Western names like Mason. Its usage is not particularly widespread in traditional Japanese naming conventions. It’s important to note that Japanese names often have meanings derived from the characters used to write

Cultural significance

Maisen has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Japan-speaking communities, where it reflects values of japanese.

Peak popularity

Reached #8394 in 2007 — currently #4075 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Maisen?

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

Maisen Grace

How popular is Maisen right now?

Rising fast — up 1266 spots — currently #4075 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#4075 · Top 3.0%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#4075	27	▲ up 1266 · +50% births
2022	#5341	18	▲ up 3242 · +100% births
2021	#8583	9	▲ up 4068 · +29% births
2020	#12651	7	▼ down 845 · -22% births
2010	#11806	9	▲ up 3816 · +50% births
2005	#15622	6	▼ down 1160
2000	#14462	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Maisen

Best Year2023Rank #4075

Peak Count27

Average Rank#10363

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2000 - 20237 years

The story of Maisen

Maisen is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1996. With 330 total births recorded, Maisen remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #14462 in 2000 to #4075 in 2023. Maisen is used for both genders: 22% female and 78% male.

Names that peaked alongside Maisen in 2007:

Emily Isabella Emma Ava Madison

Maisen by decade

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

Decade	Births
1990s	6
2000s	94
2010s ★	209
2020s	21

💎Maisen has only 330 total recorded births since 1996 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Maisen?

Common

MaiMaisMaisieMaisyIsen

What names sound and feel like Maisen?

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

Kaisen

Japan · Japanese

Maigen

American · Variant of 'Megan',

Maiden

American · English

Mailen

Unites States · English

Aisen

Japan · Love and kindness

American · one who is

Common questions about the name Maisen

What does the name Maisen mean?

Maisen means "Japanese" — a name rooted in Japan 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 Maisen?

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

What is the cultural origin of Maisen?

Maisen originates from Japan tradition. Japan 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 Maisen?

Maisen is a two-syllable name pronounced M AY1 S EH1 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Maisen trending right now?

Maisen is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.