Holding steady.
Popularity of Maidie since 1885
Babies named Maidie per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1919, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Maidie's real moment was 1885.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 5 |
| 1890s | 6 |
| 1900s | 17 |
| 1910s | 58 |
| 1920s | 54 |
| 1930s | 16 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Maidie emerged as a Scottish and English diminutive of Maud, which itself is a medieval form of Matilda. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1885, which was also its peak year, reflecting the popularity of names ending in '-ie' during the late 19th century. Though never widespread, Maidie saw consistent but minimal use in the 1880s and 1890s. Its trajectory has been stable over the decades, with very few births in recent years. The name was primarily used in states like New York and Pennsylvania in its early years, but never concentrated enough to appear in top state lists. Maidie never reached the top 1000 nationally and has a 1-in-N figure too small to calculate from available data. Its charm lies in its vintage, affectionate feel, making it a rare but historically grounded choice for parents seeking an old-fashioned name with a soft sound.
Maidie originated as a Scottish and English diminutive of Maud, itself a medieval vernacular form of Matilda. The name Matilda derives from the Old German elements 'maht' (might, strength) and 'hild' (battle). Maidie was most popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, fitting a pattern of names ending in the affectionate '-ie' suffix.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Maida, Maidy
Sibling names for Maidie
Names that share Maidie's style, for a brother or sister.
