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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Greatest
- Origin
- Latin (name coined in German)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- mak-suh-MIL-ee-un
Maximilian is a Latin name that was actually coined in German, and its meaning is bold and direct: greatest. It's pronounced mak-suh-MIL-ee-un, and it has a classic, storybook feel — a name with weight and history behind it, not a fleeting pick.
Meaning & Origin of Maximilian
Meaning: Greatest.
Origin: Latin (name coined in German).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Maximilian
mak-suh-MIL-ee-unIPA /ˌmæksəˈmɪliən/
Popularity of Maximilian
Maximilian hit its high point in 2013, ranking #429 with 676 baby boys given the name that year. By 2024 it had eased to #587, with 485 boys named Maximilian.
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FAQ
What does the name Maximilian mean?
Greatest. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Maximilian?
Maximilian is pronounced mak-suh-MIL-ee-un (IPA: /ˌmæksəˈmɪliən/).
Is Maximilian a popular name right now?
Maximilian peaked at #429 in 2013 and is ranked #587 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1907–2024.)
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