Pearl or child of light
Maisyn is a modern creative spelling of Maisie, which originated as a Scottish diminutive of Margaret. It ultimately derives from the Greek word margarites, meaning pearl. This specific spelling follows the contemporary American trend of replacing 'ie' or 'y' with 'yn'.
About 125 girls were named Maisyn in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
