Rising since 2005, #3,130 for girls today.
Popularity of Maizey since 1998
Babies named Maizey per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 10 |
| 2000s | 79 |
| 2010s | 316 |
| 2020s | 305 |
Meaning & origin
Maizey is a modern American name that first appeared in the Social Security data in 1998, reflecting the late 20th-century trend of turning common nouns into given names. As of 2025, it ranks 3130th in popularity, a position that represents a 1-in-31515 chance of selection. The name's popularity has been rising steadily since 2005, with its peak year occurring as recently as 2023. While Maizey has not yet broken into the top tier of names, its upward trajectory suggests growing appeal among parents seeking nature-inspired, cheerful names. Its similarity to more established names like Mazy and Maisie contributes to its friendly, informal feel.
Maizey is a modern coinage derived from the English word for corn, maize, which itself comes from Spanish maíz, from Taíno mahís. The name emerged in the late 1990s, likely as part of a trend of nature- and food-inspired names. Its use has been steadily rising since the mid-2000s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Maze, Zey
Sibling names for Maizey
Names that share Maizey's style, for a brother or sister.
