UK girl's name
Mayzie
A feminine name of uncertain origin, potentially related to the month of May.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2019. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Mayzie is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Mayzie popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2019 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4686, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2011, with 9 births.
This profile covers 75 England and Wales registrations across 15 recorded years from 2003 to 2019. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 44% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 75 living people in the UK are called Mayzie. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2020 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Mayzie ranked #4686 for girls in England and Wales in 2019, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2011, when 9 girls were registered as Mayzie.
- • About 75 living people in the UK are estimated to have Mayzie as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4686
2019
Births in 2019
4
Latest year
Peak year
2011
9 births
Estimated living
75
2026
Meaning
What does Mayzie mean?
The name Mayzie is believed to have its origins in the English language, with roots dating back to the 18th century. It is thought to be a diminutive form of the name Mary, which itself has Hebrew roots meaning "bitter" or "beloved." The name Mayzie was likely created as a playful variation, perhaps inspired by the nickname "Maisy" or "Maisie."
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Mayzie can be found in the 1784 novel "The Vicar of Wakefield" by Oliver Goldsmith, where a character named Mayzie is mentioned. This suggests that the name was already in use, at least in literary circles, by the late 18th century.
In the 19th century, the name Mayzie gained some popularity, particularly in certain regions of the United States. One notable bearer of the name was Mayzie Jones (1847-1932), a prominent educator and suffragist from Missouri. She was a pioneering figure in the fight for women's rights and was actively involved in the women's suffrage movement.
Another historical figure named Mayzie was Mayzie Frost (1871-1958), an American actress and vaudeville performer. She was known for her comedic skills and entertaining stage presence, and she toured extensively throughout the United States and Europe in the early 20th century.
In the literary world, the name Mayzie was immortalized in the beloved children's book "Horton Hatches the Egg" by Dr. Seuss, published in 1940. The character Mayzie the Lazy Bird, who abandons her egg, has become a memorable part of the classic story.
Another notable bearer of the name was Mayzie Taylor (1904-1976), an American blues singer and musician. She was a prominent figure in the Chicago blues scene in the 1920s and 1930s, known for her powerful vocals and stage presence.
While the name Mayzie has never been among the most popular given names, it has maintained a distinct charm and uniqueness throughout its history. Its playful sound and literary associations have contributed to its enduring appeal, making it a memorable and intriguing choice for parents seeking a unique name for their child.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Mayzie over time
The chart below shows babies named Mayzie registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2003 to 2019. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Mayzie, the clearest high point is 2011. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2019, compared with 9 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Mayzie by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Mayzie was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #4010 | 51 | 9 |
| 2000s | #4291 | 24 | 6 |
Related
Names similar to Mayzie
- Megan 70,884
- Mia 67,204
- Molly 47,734
- Millie 44,390
- Maisie 32,671
- Matilda 29,965
- Maya 26,445
- Madison 18,441
- Maria 17,304
- Mollie 15,914
- Martha 15,116
- Maddison 14,918
FAQ
Mayzie: questions and answers
How popular is the name Mayzie in the UK right now?
In 2019, Mayzie was ranked #4686 for girls in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Mayzie most popular?
The peak year on record was 2011, with 9 babies registered as Mayzie in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Mayzie?
A feminine name of uncertain origin, potentially related to the month of May.
How many people are called Mayzie in the UK?
A total of 75 babies have been registered as Mayzie across the 15 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.