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Maison (name) means a surname originally denoting someone connected to a house or household. Example: “Maison began as an occupational surname in medieval France.”

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A surname originally denoting someone connected to a house or household.
"Maison began as an occupational surname in medieval France."
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Etymology

A spelling variant of Mason, or in some cases directly from French maison, "house."

Origin: French

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Maison” mean?
The word “Maison” means a surname originally denoting someone connected to a house or household.
How do you use “Maison” in a sentence?
Here is “Maison” used in a sentence: “Maison began as an occupational surname in medieval France.”
What part of speech is “Maison”?
“Maison” is a name.
Where does the word “Maison” come from?
The word “Maison” comes from French. A spelling variant of Mason, or in some cases directly from French maison, "house.".
Is “Maison” a common word?
“Maison” is an uncommon word in modern English.