Names Starting With M
BoyLatin#40 in 2025
Max
Max is a boys' name of Latin origin meaning “greatest.” It ranked #40 in the United States in 2025.
pronunciation
MAKS
meaning & origin
The name Max means “greatest.” It comes from the Latin language tradition.
A short form of Maximilian or Maxwell, derived from Latin 'maximus' meaning greatest. It has long been a popular standalone name across Europe and North America for its strong, punchy simplicity.
popularity over time
#482020
#462021
#442022
#422023
#402024
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #40 |
| 2023 | #42 |
| 2022 | #44 |
| 2021 | #46 |
| 2020 | #48 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
famous people named Max
- Max (Where the Wild Things Are character)
- Max Verstappen (F1 driver)
- Max Brooks (author)
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