"house, home"
Origin: French
Language: English
Maison
Pronunciation: [ m-AYZ-uhn ]
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Meaning & Origin
"stone worker (via Mason)"
Origin: Old French
Language: English
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The Story of Maison
Maison is the French word for 'house' or 'home,' from the Latin 'mansio' (dwelling, mansion). As a given name, it is a Frenchified spelling of the popular American name Mason, which itself means 'stone worker' from Old French 'maçon.' The Maison spelling, while technically meaning something different (house vs. stoneworker), sounds identical to Mason and was adopted as a sophisticated, French-inflected alternative that appeared in US birth records in the 2000s-2010s.
Mason exploded in US popularity in the 2010s, reaching #2 for boys in 2011-2012 partly due to the Kardashian-Jenner family naming Kourtney's son Mason. Maison emerged as a rare variant spelling for parents who wanted Mason's appealing sound with a more distinctive written form. It remains very rare while Mason continues as a mainstream favorite.
In French, 'maison' is a fundamental word — 'ma maison' (my home) expresses belonging and warmth. Fashion houses like Maison Margiela use the word to evoke prestige and heritage. Using Maison as a boy's name carries subtle French sophistication.
Historical Record
Maison first appeared in US Social Security records in 1988.
Over 4,422 babies have been named Maison in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Maison is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #1,273 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- 'Maison' is used in the names of many luxury French fashion brands (Maison Margiela, Maison Kitsune)
- Mason Disick, son of Kourtney Kardashian (born 2009), helped propel Mason to #2 in the US
- The French word 'maison' shares its Latin root 'mansio' with the English word 'mansion'
Maison in Other Languages
Latin
Mansio
French
Maison
English
Mason
Popularity Over Time
#1,273
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Maison
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Mason Disick
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2009
Son of Kourtney Kardashian, whose name helped catapult Mason into the top 5 US boys' names
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Mason Mount
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1999
English footballer who plays for Manchester United and England national team
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #1,273
- Total SSA Count
- 155
- Cultural Origins
- American French
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Nicknames
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Frequently Asked Questions About Maison
What does the name Maison mean?
"house, home" (from French). "stone worker (via Mason)" (from Old French). Maison is the French word for 'house' or 'home,' from the Latin 'mansio' (dwelling, mansion). As a given name, it is a Frenchified spelling of the popular American name Mason, which itself means 'stone worker' from Old French 'maçon.' The Maison spelling, while technically meaning something different (house vs. stoneworker), sounds identical to Mason and was adopted as a sophisticated, French-inflected alternative that appeared in US birth records in the 2000s-2010s.
What is the origin of the name Maison?
Maison has French, Old French, and American origins. In French, it means "house, home". In Old French, it means "stone worker (via Mason)".
Is Maison a boy or girl name?
Maison is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #1273. As a girl name, it is ranked #5422. Maison is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Maison?
Maison is pronounced m-AYZ-uhn.
How popular is the name Maison?
Maison is currently ranked #1273 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Maison?
Common nicknames for Maison include Mai, Mais, Maisy, Maisie, May, Maie, and Maikins.
What are good middle names for Maison?
Popular middle name pairings include Maison James, Maison Lee, Maison Ray, Maison Grant, Maison Blake, Maison Reid, and Maison Scott.
What are good sibling names for Maison?
Names that pair well with Maison as siblings include Mason, Hudson, Parker, Declan, Hadley, Sawyer, and Emerson.
How many syllables does Maison have?
Maison has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Maison a common or rare name?
Maison is an uncommon name, ranked #1273 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Maison
Maison is a boy name with American and French origins . The name means "house, home" in French .
Is Maison a boy or girl name? Maison is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #1,273 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #5,422. Maison is more commonly used as a boy name.
Maison is currently ranked #1,273 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Maison has 2 syllables and is pronounced m-AYZ-uhn, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Maison include Mai, Mais, Maisy, Maisie, May, Maie, and Maikins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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