Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Maisie is a Scottish diminutive of the name Margaret, which means 'pearl.' It evolved from the Latin Margarita and the Greek Margaritēs. The name has a charming and endearing quality, and it gained popularity in the 19th century, especially in Scotland. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name, and it is viewed positively in modern contexts. Notable individuals named Maisie include actress Maisie Williams and singer-songwriter Maisie Peters.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈmeɪzi/
Origin
Scottish
Etymology
Maisie is a diminutive form of the name Margaret, derived from the Greek word 'margaritēs,' meaning 'pearl.'
Meaning
Pearl
Language Evolution
Margaret (Latin: Margarita), Margarita (Greek: Margaritēs), Maisie (Scottish diminutive)
Historical Usage
Maisie gained popularity as a given name in Scotland during the 19th century, becoming more widely recognized in English-speaking countries in the 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Maisy, Maggie, Margaret
Modern Popularity & Image
Maisie is viewed as a charming and endearing name, often associated with youthful innocence and playfulness.
Famous People
Maisie Williams, an English actress known for her role in 'Game of Thrones.', Maisie Peters, an English singer-songwriter.
📊 Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,241 peak births in 2024
Geographic Spread
Popular across 49 US states, with strongest presence in Utah
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1666th of 9107 | 422 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2865th of 9204 | 179 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 7274th of 12526 | 45 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6210th of 19264 | 121 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3372nd of 27321 | 480 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1802nd of 35406 | 1,752 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 447th of 30306 | 8,554 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
89.20% 1230th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 4044th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
88.39% 3257th/3685 |
93.65% 4191st/4475 |
66.79% 3469th/5194 |
56.17% 3548th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
38.15% 1748th/4582 |
40.80% 2107th/5164 |
35.61% 2604th/7313 |
25.22% 1882nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
9.34% 372nd/3984 |
7.84% 352nd/4487 |
8.18% 558th/6822 |
7.12% 447th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Utah across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been too falling for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1666th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2865th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7274th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6210th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3372nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1802nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 447th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.