US Popularity:2493
Origin:Swiss
Other Origin(s):Latin
Meaning:Greatest
Maxim is a masculine name with Swiss, Roman, and Latin connections to make baby feel like the best of the best. Due to the Roman Empire annexing Switzerland in 15 BCE, you’ll find that a lot of Swiss names have plenty of Latin and Roman influence to this day. Coming from the Latin word _maximus_, it translates to “greatest,” and is sure to elevate baby’s confidence from the start. No matter where baby’s path in life takes them, the name Maxim will always remind them to strive to be the greatest.

Famous People Named Maxim

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  • Maxim Gorky
    Playwright

Maxim Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Maxim is currently #2983 on The Bump
Boy:Maxim is currently #945 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Maxim is currently #2493 in U.S. births
Boy:Maxim is currently #827 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#2493
in 2022
- 240
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
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