Maisie
Fact sheet
- Name
- Maisie
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
Maisie is a female first name, meaning 'the pearl'. The name is a diminutive form of Mairead, which in turn is a shortened form of Mairghread, an Irish and Scottish variant of Margaret.
What does the name Maisie mean?
The name Maisie means 'the pearl' and is a diminutive form of Mairead, which is a short form of Mairghread, a form of Margaret. Its roots lie in the Latin word margarita and the Ancient Greek margarites, both meaning 'pearl'. In Great Britain, the name Maisie enjoys great popularity. Among the well-known bearers are British singer Maisie Peters and actresses Maisie Richardson-Sellers and Maisie Williams. Related spellings include Maisey, Maisy, and Maysie.
Where does the name Maisie come from?
The first name Maisie has its origins in Ancient Greek and means 'the pearl'.
How do you pronounce Maisie?
The sound and pronunciation of Maisie: The name Maisie consists of two syllables and has a soft, flowing character. In German pronunciation, it is usually rendered as 'Mai-sie' [ˈmeɪ̯zi]. It begins with a gliding diphthong that conveys a sense of lightness. The voiced S or Z in the middle provides a gentle transition to the bright final syllable. This makes Maisie sound friendly and playful – modern, lively, and sonically appealing.
When is the name day of Maisie?
The main name days for Maisie are May 28 (Blessed Margaret Pole), July 20 (Saint Margaret of Antioch), and November 16 (Saint Margaret of Scotland).
Popularity
In Germany, Maisie is a sought-after first name and currently ranks 2,358th on the list of the most common female baby names. Its best ranking was achieved in 2019 at 1,565th place. In the last ten years, it has been chosen about 110 times as a first name, placing it 2,291st in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it stands at 2,711th place.
Nicknames & pet names
Mae / Mai / May / Meisi
Famous people
- Maisie de Krassel (Model)
- Maisie Mosco (British author)
- Maisie Peters (Singer)
- Maisie Richardson-Sellers (British actress)
- Maisie Smith (Actress from Great Britain)
- Maisie Williams (Actress (Game of Thrones))
- Stella Grace Maisie Carr (Australian botanist)
Frequently asked questions about the name Maisie
What does the name Maisie mean?
The name Maisie means 'the pearl' and is a diminutive form of Mairead, which is in turn a short form of Mairghread, a variant of Margaret.
Where does the name Maisie come from?
Maisie has its roots in Ancient Greek, where the word 'margarites' stands for pearl. In Latin, it is translated as 'margarita'. The name is common in English, Irish, and Scottish cultures.
How popular is the name Maisie?
In Great Britain, the name Maisie enjoys great popularity and is carried by various celebrities, including singer Maisie Peters and actresses Maisie Richardson-Sellers and Maisie Williams.