Maizie

Meaning & origin

Maizie is a modern respelling of the traditional Scottish name Maisie, itself a diminutive of Margaret, meaning 'pearl'. While the original Maisie has long been used in Scotland, Maizie first appeared in U.S. records in 1891, but it remained rare for nearly a century. Since 1988, its popularity has been consistently rising, reaching its peak rank of 898 in 2025, with a 1-in-5,448 rate among newborn girls. This upward trajectory reflects a broader trend toward vintage names with an affectionate, nickname-like feel. Despite its recent rise, Maizie remains relatively uncommon, especially outside states like Kansas, Nebraska, and Utah, where it has been most concentrated.

Maizie is a spelling variant of Maisie, itself a Scottish diminutive of Margaret. Margaret derives from the Greek margarites, meaning 'pearl'. The name Maisie emerged in Scotland in the 19th century as a pet form of Margaret, and Maizie is a modern respelling that gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States.