Maize

“English” — Symbolize growth and fertility

American origin · Unisex name

♂ 30% boys♀ 70% girls

#9432US 2023

8Births / yr

↓Falling

145All-time births

📅 Since 200200

How to pronounce Maize

MAYZ

/ˈmeɪz/ · stress on MAYZ · 1 syllable

“English”

Symbolize growth and fertility · American origin

What does Maize mean and where does it come from?

The name Maize reflects the importance of corn in various cultures, especially among Native American tribes where maize is a staple food. It is popular in the United States and can symbolize growth and fertility. The contemporary use of the name is relatively modern, becoming more common as nature-i

Cultural significance

Maize has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of english.

Peak popularity

Reached #6211 in 2020 — currently #9432 in the US.

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How else can you spell Maize?

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

What middle names flow best with Maize?

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

Maize Grace

How popular is Maize right now?

Falling — down 1338 spots — currently #9432 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2023#9432 · Top 7.0%

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#9432	8	▼ down 1338 · -20% births
2022	#8094	10	▼ down 159
2021	#7935	10	▼ down 1724 · -47% births
2020	#6211	19	▲ up 5273 · +111% births
2015	#11484	9	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Maize

Best Year2020Rank #6211

Peak Count19

Average Rank#8631

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20235 years

The story of Maize

Maize is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2002. With 145 total births recorded, Maize remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #11484 in 2015 to #9432 in 2023. Maize is used for both genders: 70% female and 30% male.

Names that peaked alongside Maize in 2020:

Olivia Emma Ava Charlotte Sophia

Maize by decade

Maize peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	18
2010s ★	101
2020s	26

💎Maize has only 145 total recorded births since 2002 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Maize?

Common

MaiMaizMaizieMaizy

What names sound and feel like Maize?

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

Mayze

American · from the month

Maizey

American · variant of Maisie,

Maise

Ireland · Pearl

Maive

Ireland · she who intoxicates

Basque Country · The breeze

Kaize

Japanese · success; great man

Common questions about the name Maize

What does the name Maize mean?

Maize means "English" — 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 Maize?

Maize is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby 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 Maize?

Maize 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.

How do you pronounce the name Maize?

Maize is a one-syllable name pronounced M EY1 Z. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

How does Maize sound with different last names?

As a one-syllable name, Maize flows best with last names of two or three syllables. Avoid last names ending in the same sound as Maize ends, as this can create an unwanted rhyme. Test by saying the full name out loud several times.