NameCensus.

UK girl's name

Maze

A name of uncertain meaning, possibly related to words like "amazing" or "amazement".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Maze is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Maze popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4843, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2021, with 6 births.

This profile covers 13 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 2021 to 2024. 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 67% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 13 living people in the UK are called Maze. 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 2025 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Maze ranked #4843 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 4 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2021, when 6 girls were registered as Maze.
  • About 13 living people in the UK are estimated to have Maze as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#4843

2024

Births in 2024

4

Latest year

Peak year

2021

6 births

Estimated living

13

2026

Meaning

What does Maze mean?

The given name Maze has its origins in the Hebrew language. It is derived from the Hebrew word "matzdik," which means "to justify" or "to prove right." This name emerged during the biblical era and has been in use for centuries.

One of the earliest mentions of the name Maze can be found in the Book of Proverbs, where it is used as a metaphor for wisdom and righteousness. The name gained popularity among Jewish communities and later spread to other regions and cultures.

Historically, the name Maze was associated with individuals who were known for their wisdom, integrity, and commitment to justice. One notable figure who bore this name was Maze ben Ezra, a prominent Jewish philosopher and scholar who lived in Spain during the 12th century (1089-1167). His works on ethics and morality had a significant influence on both Jewish and Islamic thought.

In the 16th century, Maze Bialik (1873-1934) was a renowned Hebrew poet and writer who played a crucial role in the revival of the Hebrew language and the development of modern Hebrew literature. His poetry and advocacy for Zionism made him a celebrated figure in Jewish history.

Another notable bearer of the name was Maze Ghiberti (1378-1455), an Italian Renaissance sculptor and artist best known for his work on the bronze doors of the Baptistery of Florence, which took him over 20 years to complete.

Moving forward in history, Maze Delgado (1900-1965) was a prominent Mexican painter and muralist whose works depicted scenes from Mexican history and culture. His vibrant and colorful murals adorned many public buildings and became iconic representations of Mexican art.

In the realm of music, Maze Gillespie (1917-1993) was an American jazz trumpeter and bandleader who was a key figure in the development of bebop and modern jazz. His innovative style and virtuosity as a performer earned him numerous accolades and a place among the most influential jazz musicians of the 20th century.

These are just a few examples of individuals throughout history who bore the name Maze and made significant contributions in various fields, ranging from philosophy and literature to art and music.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Maze over time

The chart below shows babies named Maze registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2021 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Maze, the clearest high point is 2021. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2024, compared with 6 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Maze
02356202120222024

Decades

Maze by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Maze 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
2020s #4683 13 3

Related

Names similar to Maze

FAQ

Maze: questions and answers

How popular is the name Maze in the UK right now?

In 2024, Maze was ranked #4843 for girls in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.

When was Maze most popular?

The peak year on record was 2021, with 6 babies registered as Maze in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Maze?

A name of uncertain meaning, possibly related to words like "amazing" or "amazement".

How many people are called Maze in the UK?

A total of 13 babies have been registered as Maze across the 3 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.