What does the name Maximus mean?

The name Maximus means "Greatest".

What is the origin of the name Maximus?

Maximus is a name of Latin origin.

In 2023, 1,043 babies were named Maximus in the United States. The name is currently falling in popularity.

Yes, Maximus is traditionally used as a boy's name.

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Births Last Year: 1,043 ↘

All-Time Total: 33,403

Peak Year: 2014

Maximus is a Latin name meaning "greatest" or "largest." It is derived from the Latin word "maximus," which translates to "greatest" in English.

Boy names closely related to Maximus

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Girl names closely related to Maximus

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Names with similar meaning to Maximus

Massimo Max Maxim Maximilian Maximiliano Maximillian Maximo Maxine

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