Mayzie
2025 SSA
About Mayzie
Mayzie is a whimsical feminine name that gained recognition from Dr. Seuss's character Mayzie the lazy bird in his stories. The name has a cheerful, playful quality with its 'ay' sound and diminutive 'ie' ending. Mayzie can be considered a variation of the traditional name Maisie (itself a diminutive of Margaret meaning 'pearl'), with the distinctive 'y' spelling giving it a more modern, unconventional flair. While remaining relatively uncommon in usage statistics, Mayzie has seen some increased interest among parents seeking names with a friendly, approachable sound and literary connections. The name's cheerful sound and spelling create positive associations while still being distinctive enough to stand out on class rosters. Its literary connection adds a layer of creative charm to this sweet-sounding name.
Pronounced MAY-zee.
As of October 2026, Mayzie ranked #2045 for girls in US births in 2025 SSA.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #3,036 | 56 | 31.3 |
| 2015 | #2,957 | 59 | 33.1 |
| 2016 | #3,311 | 49 | 27.7 |
| 2017 | #3,003 | 55 | 31.9 |
| 2018 | #3,231 | 50 | 29.4 |
| 2019 | #2,265 | 81 | 48.3 |
| 2020 | #2,647 | 64 | 39.6 |
| 2021 | #2,695 | 64 | 39 |
| 2022 | #2,569 | 69 | 42.1 |
| 2023 | #2,389 | 76 | 47.4 |
| 2024 | #2,241 | 84 | 51.8 |
| 2025 | #2,045 | 93 | 57.9 |