Maysa
Fact sheet
- Name
- Maysa
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
Maysa is an old Swedish variant of the name Maria, derived from the biblical form of Mirjam. The meanings of the name include among others 'the Untamed', 'the Beloved', 'the Well-Nourished', 'the Bitter', 'the One Coming from the Sea', 'the Drop of the Sea', and 'the Star of the Sea'.
What does the name Maysa mean?
Maysa is an old Swedish form of Maria, which biblically derives from Mirjam. The translations of the name include terms like 'the Untamed', 'the Beloved', 'the Well-Nourished', 'the Bitter', 'the One Coming from the Sea', 'the Drop of the Sea', or 'the Star of the Sea'. The exact origins are unclear, but it is believed that the name has ancient Egyptian roots, derived from mry, meaning 'loved'. In Uzbek and Turkmen, the name stands for 'sprouts' or fresh plant growth.
Where does the name Maysa come from?
The name Maysa has its roots in Ancient Aramaic and Ancient Hebrew and means 'the Untamed'. In Ancient Egyptian, it is derived from mry, 'the Beloved'. In Aramaic, it shows the
How do you pronounce Maysa?
The pronunciation of Maysa is easy and two-syllable. In German, the name is primarily pronounced as 'Mai-sa' [ˈmaɪza] or [ˈmaɪsa]. The diphthong 'ai' gives the name a lively sound, while the soft ending '-sa' harmoniously rounds off the name. Maysa radiates modernity and friendliness, appearing clear and airy.
When is the name day of Maysa?
The name days for Maysa are January 1, January 30, February 2, February 11, July 6, August 15, and September 12.
Popularity
In Germany, the name Maysa enjoys great popularity and currently ranks 1,035th on the list of the most common female first names. In the last ten years, it has been given about 290 times, placing it at 1,258th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, Maysa ranks 1,433rd. Its global popularity is reflected in rankings in various countries: in Germany, the name reached 1,035th place in 2024, and in Austria, it reached 1,039th.
Nicknames & pet names
Maisfeld / Maiskorn / May / Maya / Maymay / Maysuna
Famous people
- Maysa Leak (American soul, R&B, and jazz singer)
Frequently asked questions about the name Maysa
What is the origin of the name Maysa?
Maysa has its roots in Ancient Aramaic and Ancient Hebrew. The name means 'the Untamed' and also shows connections to Ancient Egyptian, where it is derived from 'mry', which means 'loved'.
What does the name Maysa mean?
Maysa is an old Swedish form of Maria, which derives from Mirjam. The meanings range from 'the Untamed', 'the Beloved' to 'the Star of the Sea' and 'the One Coming from the Sea'.
How popular is the name Maysa?
Maysa is found in various cultures, particularly in Sweden, Uzbekistan, and Turkmenistan, but it does not have widespread popularity in many countries and is considered a rather rare name.