Maxon Boy

Popularity: #884 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

PronunciationMAX-on / ˈmæksən

Latin; English

Meaning

Latin: greatest; English: derived from Maximus

Historical & Cultural Background

Maxon is derived from the Latin name Maximus, which means 'greatest'. The name has been used in various cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries. It has gained popularity as a modern variant of traditional names like Max and Maxwell. The name reflects a trend towards shorter, more streamlined names in contemporary naming practices.

Trend Summary

Maxon has seen a rise in popularity in recent years, reflecting a broader trend towards unique variations of classic names.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Max
  • Maxwell

International Variants

  • Maxime (French)
  • Maksym (Ukrainian)
  • Maks (Polish)

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Maxon was first seen in the United States in 1916. Maxon has ranked as high as #1272 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Pennsylvania, and Missouri. In the past 5 years the name Maxon has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Maxon (2024)

StateBirthsShare
TX 7
58%
CA 5
42%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19165
19175
19275
19365
19885
199812
19998
20007
200116
200218
200316
200426
200519
200616
200732
200847
200933
201055
201149
201267
201376
2014101
2015105
201697
201795
2018107
201999
202083
202161
202273
202339
202440