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Maxene

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Maxene is a girl’s name of Latin origin, meaning “A feminine form of Max, derived from the Roman name 'Maximus', meaning 'greatest'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1924.

Letters6
Syllables2
OriginLatin

What Maxene Means

A feminine form of Max, derived from the Roman name 'Maximus', meaning 'greatest'.

The Story of Maxene

A name declaring greatness from its Roman roots, it arrives for your daughter, a leader destined for the highest achievements.

Maxene is a vibrant feminine form of Max, derived from the Roman name Maximus, meaning 'greatest'. This name carries an inherent sense of ambition and leadership, echoing the Roman emperors and conquerors. It first appeared in records around 1914, peaking in the 1920s, a powerful name for an era of bold expression.

To say 'Maxene' is to feel a surge of confidence, a declaration of inherent strength and the pursuit of excellence. This name is for a daughter who you know will reach for the stars, who possesses an innate drive to excel. When you write 'Maxene' on a birth announcement, you are proclaiming her potential for greatness, a name that sounds like a victory cry and a promise of her boundless ambition.

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Numerology

6

The Nurturer

Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.

Famous Namesakes

  • Maxene Andrews

    American singer and one of the Andrews Sisters.

Personality Traits

GreatestAmbitiousLeaderStrong-willed

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#30 in 1924

Total Births

498

First Recorded

1914

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