Maximus

Boy's name

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

Meaning Greatest
Origin Latin
U.S. births in 2023 1,043 Falling
Peak year 2014

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Names Starting With M

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Notable Namesakes

  • Maximus Decimus Meridius - Gladiator, portrayed by Russell Crowe.
  • Maximus the Confessor - Christian theologian and philosopher.
  • Maximus of Tyre - Greek philosopher and orator.
  • Maximus of Ephesus - Ancient Greek philosopher.
  • Maximus of Hispania - Early Christian martyr.
  • Maximus of Turin - Christian bishop and theologian.
  • Maximus of Constantinople - Early Christian bishop.
  • Maximus of Pavia - Medieval Italian bishop and saint.
  • Maximus of Aquileia - Early Christian bishop and theologian.
  • Maximus of Aveia - Early Christian martyr.

Brothers for Maximus

Boy names closely related to Maximus

Niko Benjamin Dominic Roman Donovan Alexander Bruce Luca

Sisters for Maximus

Girl names closely related to Maximus

Penelope Aria Mila Sophia Eva Amaya Elle Athena

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Maximus

Massimo Max Maxim Maximilian Maximiliano Maximillian Maximo Maxine

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