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Mayzie

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Pronounced MAY-zee /ˈmeΙͺ.zi/High

Meaning: pearl, via MargaretMedium

In 30 seconds: Mayzie is a whimsical variant of Maisie or a creative mashup of May and the -zie suffix, meaning pearl or evoking the freshness of springtime. Popularized by Dr. Seuss.
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Origin MediumScottish, English
Meaningpearl, via Margaret
U.S. rank (2024)#2241 β†— Rising
2024 U.S. births84 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2024
Total births (all-time)β‰ˆ 1,013

Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data

peak 202419952024

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

Mayzie is most likely a variant spelling of Maisie (Scottish Gaelic Mairead, from Margaret meaning pearl) or a creative blend of May with the -zie suffix. As a literary name, it was popularized by Dr. Seuss in 1940.

Mayzie is rare as an everyday given name but appears in US records as a charming alternative to Maisie or Daisy. Its whimsical Seussian associations and springtime feel make it appealing to parents seeking an unusual vintage-inspired choice.

Did you know? In Dr. Seuss's Horton Hatches the Egg (1940), Mayzie is the lazy bird who abandons her egg β€” making this one of the earliest memorable uses of the name in children's literature.
Overall data confidence 70%
Behind the Name: Maisie β€” name etymology referenceDr. Seuss, Horton Hatches the Egg (1940) β€” reference for MayzieUS Social Security Name Database β€” U.S. popularity data

Variations

MaisieMaiseyMaisyMazie

Nicknames

MayMays

Famous Bearers

  • β˜…Mayzie (fictional)
    The lazy bird who tricks Horton into hatching her egg in Dr. Seuss's Horton Hatches the Egg (1940).

If you like Mayzie…

Maisieβ€” same base name with different spelling
Maiseyβ€” another variant spelling of the same name
Daisyβ€” similarly sweet floral-feeling vintage name
Gracieβ€” vintage charming -ie ending name

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Frequently Asked

What does Mayzie mean?

Mayzie most likely means pearl, as a variant of Maisie (from Margaret). It may also evoke the spring month of May.

How do you pronounce Mayzie?

Mayzie is pronounced MAY-zee (/ˈmeΙͺ.zi/), with two syllables.

Is Mayzie a girl's name?

Yes, Mayzie is used exclusively as a girl's name.

How popular is the name Mayzie?

Mayzie is a rare name but has a whimsical charm that appeals to fans of vintage and Dr. Seuss-inspired names.

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