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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Greatest (variant spelling of Maximilian)
- Origin
- Latin
- Gender
- Primarily used for boys
- Pronunciation
- mak-suh-MIL-yun
Maxmillian is a spelling variant of Maximilian, a Latin name meaning "greatest." It's said mak-suh-MIL-yun, so the sound is the same as the more familiar spelling even though the letters differ. If you like the strong, classic feel of Maximilian but want something a little different on paper, this is one way to get there.
Meaning & Origin of Maxmillian
Meaning: Greatest (variant spelling of Maximilian).
Origin: Latin.
How to Pronounce Maxmillian
mak-suh-MIL-yunIPA /ˌmæksɪˈmɪljən/
Popularity of Maxmillian
Maxmillian is a rare spelling in the U.S. Its peak was in 2000, when it ranked #4718 with 16 babies given the name. By 2012, the last year in the 1985-2012 range, it had slipped to #13524 with just 5 babies.
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FAQ
What does the name Maxmillian mean?
Greatest (variant spelling of Maximilian).
How do you pronounce Maxmillian?
Maxmillian is pronounced mak-suh-MIL-yun (IPA: /ˌmæksɪˈmɪljən/).
Is Maxmillian a popular name right now?
Maxmillian peaked at #4718 in 2000 and is ranked #13524 as of 2012. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1985–2012.)
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