Mayze

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Pronounced MAYZ /ˈmeɪz/High

Meaning: A modern one-syllable coinage, read variously as a respelling of Maze, as a clipped Mazie/Maisie (a Scottish pet form of Margaret, 'pearl'), or simply as a bold sound. Routes uncertain, which we note.Low

In 30 seconds: Mayze is a single bold beat — a modern respelling near Maze and Maisie. Routes uncertain, which we note (said 'MAYZ').

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Origin LowAmerican, English

MeaningA modern one-syllable coinage, read variously as a respelling of Maze, as a clipped Mazie/Maisie (a Scottish pet form of Margaret, 'pearl'), or simply as a bold sound. Routes uncertain, which we note.

U.S. rank (2024)#14611 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births6 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2021

Total births (all-time)≈ 65

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Mayze is a very modern respelling. Some families intend the word 'maze'; others are clipping Mazie or Maisie, Scottish pet forms of Margaret, from Greek margarites, 'pearl'. The single-syllable shape gives it an unusual punch. The route is uncertain, which we note (said 'MAYZ').

It appears only rarely in the U.S. Rare, punchy, and coined.

Did you know? Mayze lands on one strong syllable, which is unusual for a girls' name; behind it sit Maisie and Mazie, Scottish pet forms of Margaret, 'pearl' — though the route here is uncertain, which we note (said 'MAYZ').

Overall data confidence 28%

References — Mayze — Modern coinage; Maze/Mazie/Maisie adjacent; routes uncertain

Variations

MazeMazieMaisie

Nicknames

MayZee

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If you like Mayze…

Maisie— the vintage pet name behind it

Mazie— the closest spelling cousin

Maeve— a like short, strong pick

Blaze— a like one-beat -aze sound

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Mayze mean?

Mayze is a modern coinage, read as a respelling of Maze or as a clipped Mazie/Maisie (from Margaret, 'pearl'). Routes are uncertain, which we note.

How do you pronounce Mayze?

It's said MAYZ /ˈmeɪz/ — one syllable.

Is Mayze a boy or girl name?

Mayze is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Mayze?

Mayze is rare in the U.S.