Maisie
Maisie is a girl name of Scottish, from Greek origin, meaning “Pearl (via Margaret)”.
| Meaning | Pearl (via Margaret) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Scottish, from Greek |
| Pronunciation | MAY-zee |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic, Christian |
| Used in | United Kingdom, Australia, United States |
Meaning and origin of Maisie
Maisie is a Scottish pet form of Margaret, through the Scots diminutive Mairead or Maisie. Margaret comes from the Greek margarites, 'pearl'. Popular in Scotland in the nineteenth century, Maisie returned to fashion in Britain in the 2000s, and the actress Maisie Williams of Game of Thrones is a well-known bearer. Some parents also use it as a nickname for Margaret or Mary.
Is Maisie a religious name?
Through Margaret, Maisie recalls Saint Margaret of Scotland, the eleventh-century queen, though it is generally used as a light, secular name.
How popular is Maisie?
Popular in Britain and fairly well used in Australia; rarer in the US.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Maisie mean?
Maisie means 'Pearl (via Margaret)'. It is of Scottish, from Greek origin.
Does Maisie have a religious meaning?
Through Margaret, Maisie recalls Saint Margaret of Scotland, the eleventh-century queen, though it is generally used as a light, secular name.
How do you pronounce Maisie?
Maisie is pronounced MAY-zee.
Is Maisie a boy or girl name?
Maisie is usually a girl name.