Holding steady.
Popularity of Maitland since 1914
Babies named Maitland per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1910s | 5 | 38 |
| 1920s | 0 | 62 |
| 1930s | 6 | 43 |
| 1940s | 0 | 32 |
| 1950s | 0 | 10 |
| 1960s | 0 | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 | 0 |
| 1990s | 65 | 22 |
| 2000s | 42 | 5 |
| 2010s | 8 | 9 |
| 2020s | 0 | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Maitland is a rare unisex name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1914. Its peak year was 1917, after which usage declined and remained stable. Though it has never ranked in the top 1000, the name has seen occasional use across the United States, particularly in the South and Midwest. Its Old English origin, meaning 'unpleasant land,' contrasts with its modern, surname-style appeal. Despite its rarity, Maitland has a dignified, literary quality that suits parents seeking an uncommon but familiar-sounding name.
Maitland originated as a Scottish surname derived from the Old English words 'mǣte' (moderate or unpleasant) and 'land', referring to a tract of land. It was first recorded as a given name in the early 20th century, with its peak in 1917 in the United States. The name has been used for both boys and girls, though it remains rare.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mait, Lane
Variants: Matland, Maitlynd
Sibling names for Maitland
Names that share Maitland's style, for a brother or sister.
