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Maysa

MY-sah

Maysa is a girl’s name of Arabic origin, meaning “In Arabic, Maysa (also written Maysaa) means 'one who walks with a proud gait' or 'graceful stride'. It can also relate to the star of the same name.”. It currently ranks #4248 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2011.

Letters5
Syllables2
OriginArabic

What Maysa Means

In Arabic, Maysa (also written Maysaa) means 'one who walks with a proud gait' or 'graceful stride'. It can also relate to the star of the same name.

The Story of Maysa

She moves with a proud, graceful stride, a name whispered from the stars and the desert that anticipates your daughter's confidence.

Maysa, also rendered Maysaa, is an Arabic name evoking elegance and self-assuredness, meaning 'one who walks with a proud gait' or 'graceful stride.' It is also associated with a star in the constellation Orion, linking the name to the celestial wonders that have guided travelers for millennia. The name carries a serene, confident aura, a reflection of the rich cultural heritage of Arabic language and astronomy.

Picture your daughter, Maysa, stepping into a room, her presence commanding quiet admiration. The name itself feels like a gentle, confident sway. When you write 'Maysa' on a card, you feel a sense of her innate grace, a subtle power that will define her interactions. You envision her moving through life with an unshakeable, elegant self-possession.

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Numerology

6

The Nurturer

Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.

Personality Traits

gracefulproudelegantconfident

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Peak Year

#43 in 2011

Total Births

928

First Recorded

1979

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