Maximillian Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: mak-si-MIL-yen /mæk.sɪˈmɪl.jən/
Origin: Latin; German
Meaning: Latin: greatest; German: the greatest
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Maximillian has its roots in the Latin name Maximilianus, which is derived from the Latin word 'maximus,' meaning 'greatest.' The name evolved through various linguistic stages, transitioning from Latin to Old French as Maximilien before entering the English language. This transition reflects the broader historical influences of the Roman Empire and the subsequent Norman Conquest of England, which brought many Latin-derived names into English usage during the medieval period.
Historically, the name Maximilian has been borne by several notable figures, including Maximilian I, Holy Roman Emperor from 1493 to 1519, who played a significant role in European politics and the Habsburg dynasty's expansion. The name also appears in the context of the Catholic Church, with Saint Maximilian Kolbe, a Polish priest who was martyred during World War II, further solidifying the name's association with virtue and sacrifice.
The name has been featured in various literary works and translations, including the King James Bible, which helped to popularize many biblical names in English-speaking cultures. Culturally, Maximillian has come to symbolize nobility and greatness, often associated with leadership and strength due to its etymological roots.
The name has been embraced in various forms across different cultures, with diminutive forms like Max being commonly used. This adaptability has contributed to the name's endurance through centuries, allowing it to resonate in various contexts, from royal courts to religious institutions, and in literature, where characters named Maximillian often embody traits of heroism or moral fortitude.
Famous people named Maximillian
In this section, you will find notable people named Maximillian. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Maximillian who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Maximillian who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Maximillian Schell was an actor and director best known for The Man in the Glass Booth, Judgment at Nuremberg, and The Black Hole.
Maximillian de Winter is a fictional character best known as the protagonist in Daphne du Maurier's novel Rebecca.
Fictional characters named Maximillian
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Maximillian is a fictional character from the animated film The Aristocats. He is a loyal and protective dog who helps the main characters on their adventure.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Maximillian. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Maximillian was first seen in the United States in 1914.
Maximillian has ranked as high as #1048 nationally, which occurred in 1999, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Illinois, and Florida.
In the past 5 years the name Maximillian has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Maximillian is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Maximillian was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Maximillian (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 13 | |
| NY | 7 | |
| TX | 6 | |
| IN | 5 | |
| MI | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Maximillian.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 68 |
| 2023 | 63 |
| 2022 | 52 |
| 2021 | 71 |
| 2020 | 60 |
| 2019 | 75 |
| 2018 | 110 |
| 2017 | 85 |
| 2016 | 91 |
| 2015 | 101 |
| 2014 | 84 |
| 2013 | 119 |
| 2012 | 139 |
| 2011 | 133 |
| 2010 | 191 |
| 2009 | 183 |
| 2008 | 197 |
| 2007 | 176 |
| 2006 | 159 |
| 2005 | 191 |
| 2004 | 200 |
| 2003 | 216 |
| 2002 | 234 |
| 2001 | 209 |
| 2000 | 242 |
| 1999 | 250 |
| 1998 | 227 |
| 1997 | 167 |
| 1996 | 163 |
| 1995 | 140 |
| 1994 | 149 |
| 1993 | 159 |
| 1992 | 115 |
| 1991 | 99 |
| 1990 | 107 |
| 1989 | 87 |
| 1988 | 83 |
| 1987 | 75 |
| 1986 | 55 |
| 1985 | 33 |
| 1984 | 29 |
| 1983 | 32 |
| 1982 | 31 |
| 1981 | 36 |
| 1980 | 39 |
| 1979 | 29 |
| 1978 | 23 |
| 1977 | 21 |
| 1976 | 25 |
| 1975 | 21 |
| 1974 | 18 |
| 1973 | 27 |
| 1972 | 16 |
| 1971 | 26 |
| 1970 | 22 |
| 1969 | 17 |
| 1968 | 13 |
| 1967 | 10 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1965 | 7 |
| 1964 | 7 |
| 1963 | 9 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1918 | 9 |
| 1917 | 7 |
| 1915 | 10 |
| 1914 | 5 |