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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: MAK-sin //ˈmæksɪn//
Origin: Latin; Hebrew
Meaning: Latin: greatest; Hebrew: he who is like God
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Maxin is derived from the Latin name Maximus, which means "greatest." The Latin Maximus evolved into various forms as it passed through different languages, including Old French as Maxim and later into English. The name Maxin can be viewed as a diminutive or variant of Maximus, reflecting a trend in many cultures to create shorter or more affectionate forms of longer names.
The transition into English likely occurred during the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, when many Latin names were introduced into the English lexicon through the influence of Norman French nobility and clerics. Historically, the name Maximus has been borne by notable figures, including Roman emperors and saints.
One of the most significant early bearers was Saint Maximus, a 7th-century pope who was martyred for his defense of the faith. His life and legacy contributed to the name's prominence in Christian contexts.
The name also appears in various historical texts and documents, including the Vulgate, the Latin translation of the Bible, which further solidified its use in ecclesiastical settings. Culturally, names derived from Maximus have been associated with strength, leadership, and nobility, reflecting the qualities of greatness and superiority inherent in their meanings.
The name has been embraced in various forms across different cultures, often symbolizing aspiration and achievement. In some traditions, the name is celebrated on the feast day of Saint Maximus, which underscores its enduring significance in religious contexts.
The variant Maxin, while less common, carries similar connotations and reflects the linguistic evolution of names that signify greatness.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Maxin was first seen in the United States in 2009.
Maxin has ranked as high as #1353 nationally, which occurred in 2013, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Maxin has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Maxin 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 Maxin was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Maxin
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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 Maxin.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2009 | 8 |