Holding steady.
Popularity of Maximiano since 1927
Babies named Maximiano per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2002, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Maximiano's real moment was 1927.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 6 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 5 |
| 1950s | 10 |
| 1960s | 7 |
| 1970s | 11 |
| 1980s | 20 |
| 1990s | 33 |
| 2000s | 25 |
| 2010s | 24 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Maximiano is a rare Spanish and Portuguese given name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1927, though it has never achieved wide popularity. Its peak year remains 1927, and its trajectory is stable, meaning it has seen little fluctuation but also no revival. The name is a Romance-language equivalent of the Latin Maximianus, which was borne by several early saints. Despite its historical roots, Maximiano has not gained traction in modern naming trends, likely overshadowed by shorter forms like Max or Maximiliano. For families seeking a distinctive name with Iberian heritage and a connection to classical meaning, Maximiano offers an uncommon choice.
Maximiano is the Spanish and Portuguese form of the Roman cognomen Maximianus, itself derived from the Latin maximus ('greatest'). The name was borne by several early Christian saints, including a 5th-century bishop of Ravenna. It has been used intermittently in Iberian cultures, though less common than its relatives Maximino and Maximo.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Max, Maxi
Variants: Maximian, Massimiano
Sibling names for Maximiano
Names that share Maximiano's style, for a brother or sister.
