Maison

Meaning of Maison

Picture a sun-splashed plaza where an old guitarist strums and children chase pigeons—there, in that easy swirl of life, lives the spirit of Maison. Borrowed from the French word for “home,” and dancing alongside its English cousin “Mason,” this name feels like an open doorway inviting everyone in for cafecito and stories. Maison rolls off the tongue as MAY-zen, a breezy two-step that sounds equal parts modern city loft and grandma’s adobe kitchen. Parents love its mix of sturdy craftsmanship (think stone-cutting Mason) and cozy hearth vibes, which may explain why it’s been quietly tapping its way up the U.S. charts since the early ’90s, hovering around the 600–700 range like a friendly neighbor who always waves. Maison suggests a boy who builds bridges—sometimes literal block towers, sometimes friendships—and who knows that the best adventures start and end with a sense of belonging. Warm, approachable, and just a hint artsy, Maison turns an everyday word into a tiny fiesta of possibility.

Pronunciation

American English

  • Pronunced as may-zuhn (/meɪˈzɑn/)

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Carmen Teresa Lopez
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