Maisey
Fact sheet
- Name
- Maisey
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
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Maisey is an alternative spelling of the name Maisie and carries the meaning "the pearl." The name is a diminutive of the girl's name Mairead, which is considered a short form of Mairghread and has both Irish and Scottish origins, derived from Margaret.
What does the name Maisey mean?
Maisey, a variant of Maisie, means "the pearl." The name is a diminutive of the girl's name Mairead, which in turn is a shortened form of Mairghread, an Irish and Scottish variant of Margaret. The roots of the name can be traced back to the Latin word margarita and the Ancient Greek margarites, both meaning "pearl." Other spellings that are also used include Maisy and Maysie.
Where does the name Maisey come from?
The name Maisey has its origins in Ancient Greek and means "the pearl."
How do you pronounce Maisey?
Maisey is pronounced like 'Maisi.'
When is the name day of Maisey?
The main name days for Maisey fall on May 28 (Blessed Margaret Pole), July 20 (Saint Margaret of Antioch), and November 16 (Saint Margaret of Scotland).
Popularity
In Germany, Maisey is a rather rare first name. In 2022, it ranked 5,539th on the list of the most common female baby names. In the last ten years, it has been given less than 10 times, placing it at 11,442nd in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 13,070th. Information on the global popularity and frequency of Maisey can be found in the baby name charts of various countries.
Frequently asked questions about the name Maisey
What does the name Maisey mean?
Maisey is a diminutive of Maisie and means 'the pearl.'
Where does the name Maisey come from?
The name has its roots in Ancient Greek and Latin and is common in English, Irish, and Scottish cultures.
How popular is the name Maisey?
Maisey has been enjoying increasing popularity in recent years, especially in English-speaking countries.