US Popularity:1134
Origin:Swiss
Other Origin(s):French, German, Latin
Meaning:Greatest
Remind baby that they deserve to be put on the highest of pedestals with the name Maximilian. This masculine name has Swiss, German, and French roots, coming from the Latin word _maximus_. Translating to “greatest,” this name is a lovely choice to elevate baby’s confidence and potential. Maximilian was at its most popular in the 2010s and is a lovely choice if you want to give baby a modern moniker with vintage roots. Many Swiss people have held the name Maximilian, or the short form Max, over the years, including prolific, Academy Award-winning actor Maximilian Schell who starred in _Judgement at Nuremberg_. With encouragement and inspiration from the name Maximilian, your bundle of joy is sure to reach their greatest potential.

Maximilian Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Maximilian is currently #1206 on The Bump
Boy:Maximilian is currently #326 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Maximilian is currently #1134 in U.S. births
Boy:Maximilian is currently #398 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#1134
in 2022
- 21
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
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