Maisie
[ˈmeɪzi]Meaning
Scottish diminutive of Mairead, from May, a pet form of Margaret
Background Story
Maisie is a Scottish diminutive of Mairead, and Wiktionary derives it from May, a pet form of Margaret, plus -sie. It was long used in the United Kingdom and Australia and became popular at the end of the 20th century. In the United States it was brought to public attention by the British actress Maisie Williams, whose birth name is Margaret.
Variations
Maisy, Macey, Macey
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