Skip Ancestry navigation Skip to Footer Ancestry Home
  • Home
  • Trees
  • Search
  • Memories
  • DNA
  • Subscribe
  • Cart
  • Sign In
Home
Loading

Trees you own

    Shared with you

      Tree tools

      • My Trees
      • First Name Meanings
      • Last Name Meanings
      • Individual Records Search
      • Family Trees Support
      • Start a New Tree
      • Upload a GEDCOM
      Loading
      • Search All Records
      • Census & Electoral Rolls
      • Birth, Marriage & Death, including Parish
      • Military
      • Wills & Probate
      • Immigration & Travel
      • Schools, Directories & Church Histories
      • Public Member Trees
      • Card Catalogue
      • Member Search
      Memories
      Loading
      • Register a kit
      • AncestryDNA® Learning Hub
      • Traits Learning Hub
      • AncestryDNA®
      • AncestryDNA® Support
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Discover More Family Names with an Ancestry 14-day Free Trial* 
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Blog
      • About Us
      • Site Map
      • Gift Memberships
      • Careers
        • Ancestry Corporate
        • Fold3.com
        • ForcesWarRecords.com
        • Geneanet.org
        • Newspapers.com
        • ProGenealogists.com
        • RootsWeb.com
      • © 2002-2026 Ancestry
      • Privacy
      • Cookies
      • Terms and Conditions
      • Operated by Ancestry Ireland Unlimited Company
      Group of people

      Meaning of the first name Maison

      Origin

      English

      Meaning

      Stone Worker, Brick Layer

      Variations

      Jaison, Kaison, Macson
      The name Maison, derived from the English language, finds its origins in the occupation of stone worker or bricklayer. This name was given to individuals who were skilled in the aspect of construction, specifically in the use of stone or bricks. Throughout history, Maison has been found in various forms and has been used as both a name and a given name.

      In ancient times, the importance of construction cannot be overstated. The ability to construct sturdy and reliable buildings was vital for civilizations to thrive. It was during this era that the name Maison started gaining prominence, as it signified the specialized skill set possessed by those employed in the construction industry. These individuals played a pivotal role in shaping the architectural landscape of their respective societies.

      In modern-day usage, the name Maison continues to represent the connection to the construction profession. It is not uncommon to find individuals named Maison who have a family history of masonry or construction work. Moreover, Maison is also utilized as a given name, representing strength and the willingness to lay the foundation for a solid future. The name carries a sense of pride for those who bear it, symbolizing their ancestral connection to the construction trade and their commitment to hard work and craftsmanship.

      Based on our records...

      Duboise

      Duboise

      This is the most common surname associated with Maison.
      Richard

      Richard

      This is the most common name of those married to a Maison.
      John

      John

      This is the most common name for a child of a Maison.
      Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. - © Mapbox - © OpenStreetMap - Improve this map

      What are you curious about?

      Ready to learn more about your own family? Here are two ways to begin.
      Start a free trial
      Order AncestryDNA
      calendar.webp
      Based on our records...

      Did you know?

      1896 is when there were the most people born with the first name Maison.

      Explore the origins of another name.