"from Massy, France (place name origin)"
Origin: Old French
Language: English
Maycee
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The Story of Maycee
Maycee is a modern American phonetic spelling of Macy, which derives from a medieval English surname meaning weapon from Old French mace (a type of club). As a given name, Macy became popular in the US largely due to the famous Macy department store founded by Rowland Hussey Macy. The Maycee spelling gives a fresh, playful twist to the classic.
The Macy/Maycee name family surged in the US in the 2000s and 2010s. The -ee ending became especially popular as parents sought unique spellings that felt more personalized and distinctive.
In American popular culture, Macy is strongly associated with the iconic Macy Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City, which has been running since 1924, giving the name a festive and quintessentially American resonance.
Historical Record
Maycee first appeared in US Social Security records in 1990.
Over 2,735 babies have been named Maycee in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Maycee is past its peak , currently ranked #2,831 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Macy department store, founded in 1858, made this name iconic in American culture
- The Macy Thanksgiving Day Parade has been a New York tradition since 1924
- The -ee spelling variant Maycee emerged as parents sought unique alternatives in the 2000s
Maycee in Other Languages
French
Macy
German
Macy
Spanish
Macy
Japanese
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Popularity Over Time
#2,831
Current Rank
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Peaked 2010
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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Maycee Barber
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1998
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Macy Gray
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1967
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #2,831
- Total SSA Count
- 59
- Cultural Origins
- American English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
May
Mae
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Frequently Asked Questions About Maycee
What does the name Maycee mean?
"from Massy, France (place name origin)" (from Old French). Maycee is a modern American phonetic spelling of Macy, which derives from a medieval English surname meaning weapon from Old French mace (a type of club). As a given name, Macy became popular in the US largely due to the famous Macy department store founded by Rowland Hussey Macy. The Maycee spelling gives a fresh, playful twist to the classic.
What is the origin of the name Maycee?
Maycee has Old French, American, and English origins. In Old French, it means "from Massy, France (place name origin)".
Is Maycee a boy or girl name?
Maycee is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Maycee?
Maycee is currently ranked #2831 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Maycee?
Common nicknames for Maycee include May and Mae.
What are good middle names for Maycee?
Popular middle name pairings include Maycee Grace, Maycee Rose, Maycee Jane, Maycee Lynn, Maycee Kate, Maycee Belle, and Maycee Claire.
What are good sibling names for Maycee?
Names that pair well with Maycee as siblings include Aubrey, Paisley, Hadley, Braylee, Caiden, Jaxon, Hunter, and Riley.
How many syllables does Maycee have?
Maycee has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Maycee a common or rare name?
Maycee is an uncommon name, ranked #2831 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Maycee
Maycee is a girl name with American and English origins . The name means "from Massy, France (place name origin)" in Old French .
Maycee is currently ranked #2,831 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Maycee has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Maycee include May and Mae. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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