What is the origin of the name Maysa?

Maysa is a name of Arabic origin.

How popular is the name Maysa?

Maysa is currently ranked #4248 in the United States and is stable in popularity.

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GirlArabic

Maysa

MY-sah

Popularity

#4248

stable

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Arabic

Total Births

928

Peak Year

#43 in 2011

First Recorded

1979

Style

Sophisticated & Formal

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It 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.

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May Mya

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Numerology

The Nurturer

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

Nicknames

May Mya

Spelling Variations

Maysaa Maissa

Similar Names

Amaya Layla Yasmin Nadia

Personality Traits

gracefulproudelegantconfident

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