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Maizie

Girl name · 59 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Maizie: 59 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 9 births in 2012.

While Maizie began as a Scottish diminutive of the longer names Margaret or Marjory, it has long stood proudly on its own as a given name. Its root is ultimately the Greek *margaritēs*, meaning “pearl.” The most famous bearer is arguably the fictional Maizie, the spirited young girl at the heart of the beloved *Louisa M. Alcott* series of books. Perhaps the strongest link for expectant parents, however, is the name's charming, vintage feel. Maizie shares an etymological root with the place name Margate in Kent, though the connection is distant. A notable variant is Maisie, which became particularly popular in Scotland during the Victorian era and saw a similar revival in the 21st century. Maizie carries a sweet, old-fashioned warmth that feels both classic and fresh.