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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Maccus's stream (variant spelling of Maxwell)
- Origin
- Scottish
- Gender
- Primarily used for boys
- Pronunciation
- MAKS-wel
Maxwel is a variant spelling of Maxwell, a Scottish name meaning "Maccus's stream." It's pronounced MAKS-wel, and the shortened spelling gives a familiar name a slightly different look on the page.
Meaning & Origin of Maxwel
Meaning: Maccus's stream (variant spelling of Maxwell).
Origin: Scottish.
How to Pronounce Maxwel
MAKS-welIPA /ˈmækswɛl/
Popularity of Maxwel
Maxwel peaked in U.S. Social Security records at #3931 in 2001, when 21 babies were given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #13489, with 5 babies, so it's a rare spelling you're unlikely to meet often.
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FAQ
What does the name Maxwel mean?
Maccus’s stream (variant spelling of Maxwell).
How do you pronounce Maxwel?
Maxwel is pronounced MAKS-wel (IPA: /ˈmækswɛl/).
Is Maxwel a popular name right now?
Maxwel peaked at #3931 in 2001 and is ranked #13489 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1987–2024.)
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