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Maxmilian

maks-MIL-ee-uhn · Greatest (from Latin 'maximus'), but likely a variant spelling of Maximilian influenced by the 'Max-' prefix and possibly the name 'Maxwell'.

Peak popularity
2005
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Maxmilian since 1989

Babies named Maxmilian per year in U.S. Social Security records.

48121990200020102020Most births 2005Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1980s5
1990s35
2000s58
2010s36
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Maxmilian is a rare modern variant of the classic name Maximilian, first recorded in U.S. data in 1989. It remains an uncommon choice, with no rank assigned due to low frequency; its peak usage occurred in 2005. The trajectory from 1989 to 2025 indicates a stable, low-level presence, without significant growth or decline. As a variant spelling, it is not tied to any specific top states, reflecting its scattered use across the country.

Maxmilian is a variant spelling of Maximilian, which derives from the Latin name Maximilianus, itself from 'maximus' meaning 'greatest'. The spelling with 'm' after 'Max' appears to be a modern respelling, possibly influenced by names like Maxwell, and has been in use in the United States since at least 1989. This variant is not traditional and is considered a modern coinage.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Max, Mili, Milo, Maxie

Variants: Maximilian, Maximilien, Maximillian

Sibling names for Maxmilian

Names that share Maxmilian's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Maxmilian mean?
Maxmilian is a variant of Maximilian, which means 'greatest' in Latin.
How popular is the name Maxmilian currently?
Based on Social Security data, Maxmilian has not ranked in the top 1000 names in recent years, and its latest rank is not available. Its peak year was 2005.
Is Maxmilian a boy's name or a girl's name?
Maxmilian is primarily used as a boy's name.