Find out how popular the first name Mayssa has been for the last 10 years (from 2013 to 2022) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Mayssa by gender

Based on the last 10 years of data, Mayssa is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2022, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Mayssa.

The history of the first name Mayssa

The name Mayssa has its origins in Arabic and is derived from the root word "masa" which means "to walk" or "to proceed." It is believed to have been first used in the Middle East and North Africa regions during the medieval period.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Mayssa can be found in the 9th century Arabic poetry anthology "Al-Mufaddaliyat." The name appears in a poem by the renowned poet Al-Mufaddal al-Dabbi, suggesting its usage during that era.

In the 11th century, Mayssa was the name of a famous Andalusian princess who lived in the city of Granada, Spain. She was known for her beauty, intelligence, and patronage of the arts.

During the 13th century, Mayssa al-Baghdadiya was a celebrated female poet and scholar from Baghdad, Iraq. Her works were widely celebrated and studied in the Islamic world.

In the 16th century, Mayssa Bint Mustafa was a prominent Ottoman calligrapher and artist. Her calligraphic works were highly regarded and can still be found in museums and collections across Turkey and the Middle East.

Another notable figure bearing the name Mayssa was Mayssa Karma, a 19th-century Lebanese writer and social reformer. She was a pioneer in advocating for women's rights and education in the Arab world.

These are just a few examples of the historical figures who have carried the name Mayssa throughout the centuries. While its origins can be traced back to the Arabic language, the name has transcended cultural and geographical boundaries, making it a unique and culturally rich name.

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