Maximus
max(i)-mus
US Popularity:637
Origin:Latin
Meaning:Greatest
If you think baby is the most awesome, best thing ever, the masculine name Maximus is an excellent choice. The Latin word for “greatest,” Maximus started as a military title to honor successful commanders. It soon became a popular saint’s name and was borne by figures such as St. Maximus, a seventh-century monk and theologian from Constantinople. Eventually, this mighty title appealed to the masses as a first or middle name. In 2000 it was the name of Russell Crowe’s character in Gladiator, which may explain why there were so many tots called Maximus running around the following year.
Maximus Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Maximus is currently #907 on The Bump
Boy:Maximus is currently #507 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Maximus is currently #637 in U.S. births
Boy:Maximus is currently #320 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#320
in 2023
- 50
from 2022
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky
Behind the Name, Maximus June 2019
Name Doctor, Maximus
Britannica, St. Maximus the Confessor August 2023
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