Maximino
Maximino is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Greatest or little great one.
Origin and history
Maximino is a masculine name derived from the Latin Maximinus, a diminutive extension of Maximus. It has historical usage dating back to late Roman antiquity, including several saints and emperors. In the United States, it is relatively uncommon, maintaining a steady but modest presence primarily within Spanish-speaking communities.
Popularity in the United States
2,005 babies in the United States have been named Maximino since 1880. It ranks #2877 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1788.
States where it is most popular
- CA (47.1 %)
- TX (43.6 %)
- NY (7.7 %)
- AZ (0.54 %)
- FL (0.54 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 80 |
| 1930-1940 | 64 |
| 1940-1950 | 81 |
| 1950-1960 | 120 |
| 1960-1970 | 140 |
| 1970-1980 | 208 |
| 1980-1990 | 233 |
| 1990-2000 | 305 |
| 2000-2010 | 359 |
| 2010-2019 | 276 |
| 2020-2029 | 139 |
Famous people named Maximino
- Maximino Martínez: Botanist, Researcher
- Maximino Ávila Camacho: Politician, Military Officer
Nicknames
Max, Mino
Fun facts
- Maximino derives from Maximinus, the name borne by two Roman emperors, including Maximinus Thrax.
- It functions etymologically as a patronymic or diminutive derivative of Maximus.