Maisie
Meaning: Pearl, child of light
Origin: Scottish (diminutive)
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #366
Total births: 253
History: Maisie surged in the 2010s as a vintage name in Australia. The name has a sweet, Scottish character. Maisie represents the grandmother names Australian parents are rediscovering.
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Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2025) | #88 |
| Babies named Maisie in 2025 | 80 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 253 |
| Peak year | 2024 (90 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #78 |
| Years in records | 2023–2025 (3 years of data) |
Frequently asked about Maisie
What does the name Maisie mean?
Maisie means “Pearl, child of light” from Scottish (diminutive) roots.
What is the origin of the name Maisie?
Maisie has Scottish (diminutive) origin. The traditional meaning is “Pearl, child of light”.
How popular is Maisie in Australia?
Maisie ranked #88 in Australia in 2025 — given to 80 babies that year.
When was Maisie most popular?
Maisie peaked in 2024 with 90 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Maisie a boy or girl name?
Maisie is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Maisies in registered births are female.