Maxson
Maxson is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Son of Maccus or son of Max.
Origin and history
Maxson originated as an English patronymic surname meaning son of Mac or son of Max. While historically rare as a given name in the United States, it has seen a gentle rise in modern usage alongside the popularity of names like Max and Jaxson. It offers a contemporary, surname-as-first-name style while keeping the traditional nickname Max.
Popularity in the United States
1,056 babies in the United States have been named Maxson since 1880. It ranks #3629 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1675.
States where it is most popular
- CA (56.8 %)
- TX (15.8 %)
- NY (10.2 %)
- IL (4.5 %)
- FL (3.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 5 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 39 |
| 2000-2010 | 152 |
| 2010-2019 | 608 |
| 2020-2029 | 252 |
Nicknames
Max
Fun facts
- Maxson derived originally as an English surname indicating lineage from a parent named Mac or Max.
- The name reflects the broader U.S. popularity trend of combining established nicknames with traditional patronymic suffixes.