Maze
A name of uncertain meaning, possibly related to words like "amazing" or "amazement".
Name Census estimates that about 456 living Americans carry the first name Maze. It appears on both sides of the gender split, with 64.0% of registrations being male. The average person named Maze today is around 6 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Maze births was 2020 (61 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Maze. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
456
~ 1 in 751,654 Americans
Peak year
2020
61 babies that year
Average age
6
years old
2024 SSA rank
#3,186
Tracked since 1922
Gender
Gender distribution for Maze
Maze is one of the more evenly split names in the SSA data. Of the 464 total registrations, 297 (64.0%) were male and 167 (36.0%) were female.
Maze as a male name
- Ranked #3,186 in 2024
- 38 male births in 2024
- Peak: 2024 (38 births)
Maze as a female name
- Ranked #5,713 in 2024
- 22 female births in 2024
- Peak: 2020 (31 births)
Popularity
Maze: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Maze from the 1920s through to the 2020s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2020s, with 293 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Maze by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Maze during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Mazes live
The SSA's state-level files cover 3 states and territories. Texas, Florida, California recorded the most babies named Maze, while California, Florida, Texas recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 11 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Maze
The given name Maze has its origins in the Hebrew language. It is derived from the Hebrew word "matzdik," which means "to justify" or "to prove right." This name emerged during the biblical era and has been in use for centuries.
One of the earliest mentions of the name Maze can be found in the Book of Proverbs, where it is used as a metaphor for wisdom and righteousness. The name gained popularity among Jewish communities and later spread to other regions and cultures.
Historically, the name Maze was associated with individuals who were known for their wisdom, integrity, and commitment to justice. One notable figure who bore this name was Maze ben Ezra, a prominent Jewish philosopher and scholar who lived in Spain during the 12th century (1089-1167). His works on ethics and morality had a significant influence on both Jewish and Islamic thought.
In the 16th century, Maze Bialik (1873-1934) was a renowned Hebrew poet and writer who played a crucial role in the revival of the Hebrew language and the development of modern Hebrew literature. His poetry and advocacy for Zionism made him a celebrated figure in Jewish history.
Another notable bearer of the name was Maze Ghiberti (1378-1455), an Italian Renaissance sculptor and artist best known for his work on the bronze doors of the Baptistery of Florence, which took him over 20 years to complete.
Moving forward in history, Maze Delgado (1900-1965) was a prominent Mexican painter and muralist whose works depicted scenes from Mexican history and culture. His vibrant and colorful murals adorned many public buildings and became iconic representations of Mexican art.
In the realm of music, Maze Gillespie (1917-1993) was an American jazz trumpeter and bandleader who was a key figure in the development of bebop and modern jazz. His innovative style and virtuosity as a performer earned him numerous accolades and a place among the most influential jazz musicians of the 20th century.
These are just a few examples of individuals throughout history who bore the name Maze and made significant contributions in various fields, ranging from philosophy and literature to art and music.
People
Maze + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Maze as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with M
Other first names starting with M with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Maze: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Maze?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 456 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Maze going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 751,654 US residents.
Is Maze a common name?
We classify Maze as "Very Rare". It ranks above 83.7% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 464 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Maze most popular?
The single biggest year for Maze was 2020, when 61 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Maze is about 6 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Maze a male name?
Yes, 64.0% of people registered as Maze in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.