All about the name

Mayson

Male

« Mayson is a recent coinage by Maya Angelou, meant to be the masculine form of her own first name, Maya. »

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Meaning, origin, history

Mayson is an uncommon yet attractive given name of recent origin. It is believed to have been coined by American author and poet, Maya Angelou, as a masculine form of her own first name, Maya. The name Mayson does not have a specific meaning or history associated with it, as it was created quite recently. However, it can be considered a unique and modern choice for parents looking for a distinctive name for their child.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Mayson since 1880

Total births
4,597
Total since 1880
Peak year
2012
341 births
in 2023
145
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
-14%
vs previous 5 years