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Mayson
Pronounced MAY-sən /ˈmeɪ.sən/High
Meaning: -ay- spelling of Mason — from an occupational surname, 'a stoneworker, a mason' (Old French masson); here for girlsMedium
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Mayson is an -ay- spelling of Mason — from an occupational surname, 'a stoneworker, a mason' (Old French masson). A crisp, modern surname-name, predominantly a boys' name, used here for girls (slug distinguished); the -ay- styling personalizes it.
It registers thinly for girls. Rare for girls, a-stoneworker at the root, and crisp.
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What does the name Mayson mean?
Mayson spells Mason — 'a stoneworker, a mason'.
How do you pronounce Mayson?
It's said MAY-sən /ˈmeɪ.sən/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Mayson a boy or girl name?
Mayson is used for both sexes (predominantly boys'); this page covers its use as a girl's name.
How popular is Mayson?
Mayson is rare for girls in the U.S.