Rising since 2022.
Popularity of Maxwel since 1987
Babies named Maxwel per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 13 |
| 1990s | 77 |
| 2000s | 131 |
| 2010s | 41 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Maxwel is a rare modern variant of the Scottish surname Maxwell, first recorded as a given name in the U.S. in 1987. Although it has never ranked in the top 1,000, its usage has been slowly rising since 2022. The name peaked in popularity in 2001, when it was given to a small number of baby boys. As a respelling with one 'l', it distinguishes itself from the more common Maxwell while maintaining the same Scottish heritage. The variant appears to be a modern coinage, likely influenced by the popularity of Maxwell and the trend toward streamlined spellings.
Maxwel is a variant of the Scottish surname Maxwell, derived from a place name meaning 'Mack's stream' (Old English wella 'stream' or 'spring'), possibly referencing the River Maxwell. As a given name, it emerged rarely in the late 20th century, likely influenced by the more common Maxwell.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Max, Maxie
Variants: Maxwell
Sibling names for Maxwel
Names that share Maxwel's style, for a brother or sister.
