Maxim
Maxim is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Greatest.
Origin and history
Maxim is derived from the Latin name Maximianus or Maximus, meaning 'greatest'. It is widely used across Slavic-speaking regions as well as Western countries. In the United States, it has experienced steady, moderate popularity as a sleek masculine name.
Popularity in the United States
6,992 babies in the United States have been named Maxim since 1880. It ranks #1440 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1114.
States where it is most popular
- CA (19.5 %)
- NY (17.5 %)
- FL (9.5 %)
- WA (8.2 %)
- IL (6.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 13 |
| 1930-1940 | 10 |
| 1940-1950 | 39 |
| 1950-1960 | 25 |
| 1960-1970 | 32 |
| 1970-1980 | 36 |
| 1980-1990 | 182 |
| 1990-2000 | 598 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,230 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,898 |
| 2020-2029 | 929 |
Famous people named Maxim
- Maxim Chmerkovskiy: Dancer, Choreographer
- Maxim Gorky: Author, Playwright
Nicknames
Max
Fun facts
- Maxim is extremely popular in Russian, Ukrainian, and Belarusian cultures, while maintaining a stylish appeal in modern English-speaking countries.
- It traces back to the ancient Roman family name Maximus, which was used as an honorific title for high achievement.