boy name · French origin
Maxime
/ mak-SEEM /
Meaning
Maxime means Greatest (French).
Gender
Boy
Origin
French
Pronunciation
mak-SEEM
Popularity
#4810 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Maxime in the US, 1880–2025
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.
What does Maxime mean?
Maxime comes from the Latin maximus, “greatest.”
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.
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.