Declining since 2011, #2,451 for boys today.
Popularity of Maksim since 1993
Babies named Maksim per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 61 |
| 2000s | 662 |
| 2010s | 1,494 |
| 2020s | 461 |
Meaning & origin
Maksim is a Slavic form of the Latin Maximus, meaning 'the greatest'. First recorded in the United States in 1993, the name reached its peak popularity in 2011, when it ranked highest in usage. Since then, its trajectory has been falling. In 2025, it ranked 2,451st overall, with approximately 1 in 31,056 boys receiving the name. The name is most commonly found in Illinois, Florida, and New York, reflecting diaspora communities from Eastern Europe. Maksim offers a strong, classic sound with a straightforward meaning, appealing to families seeking a name with Slavic heritage and international recognition.
Maksim is a Slavic form of the Latin name Maximus, meaning 'the greatest'. It has been used across Eastern Europe, particularly in Russia, Belarus, and Ukraine, where it was borne by several saints. The name gained popularity in the United States beginning in the late 20th century, largely through immigration from Slavic countries.
Where Maksim is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Maksim” around the world
Where Maksim lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
Ireland
5
babies in 2025
Sources: CSO Ireland (Ireland).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Max, Maks
Sibling names for Maksim
Names that share Maksim's style, for a brother or sister.
