Maxime
Maxime first appears in US records in 1920. It peaked in 2001, when 40 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 21.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Maxime popular?
Steady Maxime has held fairly steady over the past decade, after peaking in 2001.
| 2020s | 152 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 331 | |
| 2000s | 318 | |
| 1990s | 185 | |
| 1980s | 80 | |
| 1970s | 22 | |
| 1920s | 10 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Maxime mean?
Maxime comes from the Latin maximus, “greatest.”
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Maxime mean?
Maxime means Greatest. Maxime comes from the Latin maximus, “greatest.”
What is the origin of the name Maxime?
Maxime is of French origin.
How do you pronounce Maxime?
Maxime is pronounced “mak-SEEM.”
Is Maxime a boy or a girl name?
Maxime is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Maxime a popular name right now?
Maxime has held fairly steady over the past decade, after peaking in 2001.
How popular is the name Maxime?
In 2025, Maxime ranked #4810 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Maxime most popular?
Maxime was most popular in 2001, when about 40 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Maxime?
Names similar to Maxime include Etienne, Timothee, Aurele, Basile, Come.
What names go well with Maxime?
French names that pair well with Maxime include Amy, Paul, Charlotte, Louise, Roy.