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Maximilian

mak-sih-MIL-ee-ən

Maximilian is a boy’s name of Latin origin, meaning “Latin origin, derived from Maximus, meaning "greatest."”. It currently ranks #587 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2016.

Letters10
Syllables4
OriginLatin

What Maximilian Means

Latin origin, derived from Maximus, meaning "greatest."

The Story of Maximilian

This name carries the grandeur of emperors and the promise of greatness, a powerful destiny waiting for your son.

Maximilian is a name of noble Latin origin, derived from the Roman name Maximus, which simply means 'greatest.' This powerful appellation was adopted by royalty and nobility, notably by Holy Roman Emperors, cementing its association with leadership and supreme achievement. It journeyed through European courts, a declaration of ambition and high standing.

There's an undeniable presence to 'Maximilian,' a sound that commands attention and respect. You can feel the weight of history and ambition when you speak it, imagining yourself writing it with strong, decisive strokes on his birth certificate. It’s a name that embodies the immense potential you see in your son, the 'greatest' of all.

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Numerology

5

The Adventurer

Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.

Famous Namesakes

  • Maximilian I

    Holy Roman Emperor

  • Maximilian Schell

    Austrian-Swiss actor

Personality Traits

AmbitiousStrongIntelligentLeader

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#717 in 2016

Total Births

18,440

First Recorded

1907

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