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Maison

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Maison is a unisex name of French origin, meaning “Maison is a French word meaning "house" or "home." As a name, it evokes a sense of comfort and belonging.”. It currently ranks #5368 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2016.

Letters6
Syllables2
OriginFrench

What Maison Means

Maison is a French word meaning "house" or "home." As a name, it evokes a sense of comfort and belonging.

The Story of Maison

This name is an embrace, a feeling of coming home, a word whispered in French that now calls to your child.

Maison is the French word for 'house' or 'home,' a term that evokes warmth, comfort, and belonging. Its adoption as a given name, gaining traction in the late 20th century, transformed a simple noun into a symbol of sanctuary and foundation. The name's journey is one of cultural translation, moving from a shared noun of architecture to a personal identifier of hearth and heart.

When you imagine calling your child 'Maison,' it feels like opening the door to your own heart. The name itself sounds like a welcoming sigh, a place of safety and unconditional love. You see your child embodying this warmth, creating a sense of home wherever they go, their very presence a comforting anchor.

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Gender Split

Numerology

9

The Idealist

Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.

Personality Traits

WarmFriendlyCreativeWelcoming

Peak Year

#325 in 2016

Total Births

5,213

First Recorded

1988

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