Massimo Boy
Origin(s)
Italian
Meaning
greatest
Historical & Cultural Background
Massimo is an Italian name derived from the Latin 'Maximus'. It has been used in Italy since the Middle Ages and is often associated with strength and greatness. The name is popular in various Italian-speaking regions and has cultural significance in Italian history and literature.
Trend Summary
Massimo has seen a steady presence in the U.S. but remains relatively uncommon compared to more popular names.
Similar Names
Maximo, Max, Mason, Michele, Mario, Mauro, Milo
Variants
- Massimino
- Massi
International Variants
- Massimo (Italian)
- Maxim (Russian)
- Maximus (Latin)
Famous people named Massimo
Massimo Bottura is a renowned Italian chef known for his innovative approach to traditional Italian cuisine.
Massimo D'Alema is an Italian politician who served as Prime Minister of Italy from 1998 to 2000.
Massimo Moratti is an Italian businessman and former president of the football club Inter Milan.
Massimo Ranieri is an Italian singer and actor, celebrated for his contributions to Italian music and theater.
Fictional characters named Massimo
Massimo is a character in the film 'The Godfather', known for his loyalty to the Corleone family.
Massimo is a character in the animated series 'Winx Club', where he is portrayed as a charming and adventurous fairy.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Massimo was first seen in the United States in 1963. Massimo has ranked as high as #1090 nationally which occurred in 2023 and has been most popular in Florida, California, Texas, New York, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Massimo has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Massimo (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 47 | |
| CA | 35 | |
| TX | 33 | |
| NY | 32 | |
| IL | 21 | |
| AZ | 12 | |
| GA | 8 | |
| TN | 6 | |
| PA | 5 | |
| CT | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1966 | 7 |
| 1967 | 8 |
| 1969 | 12 |
| 1970 | 12 |
| 1971 | 13 |
| 1972 | 20 |
| 1973 | 21 |
| 1974 | 17 |
| 1975 | 18 |
| 1976 | 14 |
| 1977 | 20 |
| 1978 | 15 |
| 1979 | 15 |
| 1980 | 15 |
| 1981 | 9 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 10 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1989 | 15 |
| 1990 | 14 |
| 1991 | 17 |
| 1992 | 11 |
| 1993 | 21 |
| 1994 | 19 |
| 1995 | 18 |
| 1996 | 27 |
| 1997 | 21 |
| 1998 | 44 |
| 1999 | 39 |
| 2000 | 49 |
| 2001 | 76 |
| 2002 | 97 |
| 2003 | 90 |
| 2004 | 84 |
| 2005 | 97 |
| 2006 | 132 |
| 2007 | 131 |
| 2008 | 124 |
| 2009 | 118 |
| 2010 | 148 |
| 2011 | 107 |
| 2012 | 121 |
| 2013 | 106 |
| 2014 | 113 |
| 2015 | 126 |
| 2016 | 101 |
| 2017 | 126 |
| 2018 | 113 |
| 2019 | 114 |
| 2020 | 127 |
| 2021 | 181 |
| 2022 | 222 |
| 2023 | 289 |
| 2024 | 270 |