Masai

Masai Meaning & Origin

About Masai
The name "Masai" is of African origin, specifically from the Maasai people of East Africa. It means "people who speak Maa," referring to the language spoken by the Maasai community. The Maasai are a semi-nomadic ethnic group known for their distinctive culture, traditional clothing, and strong connection to their ancestral lands. The name "Masai" carries a sense of identity and heritage, representing the rich history and traditions of the Maasai people.

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Name Popularity

Gender Distribution

Most individuals with the name Masai are male.

Masai Popularity Trends

The popularity of the name has increased by 44.44% over the past year.

Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
MS
🗽 NYSIIS
MNA
🔊 Soundex
M020
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
M AA0 S AA1 IY0
🌐 IPA
/mɑˈsɑi/
🔊 Double Metaphone
('MS', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
M200

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Masai in Braille

Here's how to represent Masai in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.

The name Masai in braille

How to Spell the Name Masai in American Sign Language (ASL)

The image below shows how you can spell Masai using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Masai in sign language

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