Max
girl name#3645 in 2025Max entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #2404 in 1933, ranks #3645 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1912–2025
#3645
rank today
#2404
peak (1933)
41
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3241 |
| 1920s | #2885 |
| 1930s | #2926 |
| 1940s | #4447 |
| 1950s | #5281 |
| 1960s | #5916 |
| 1970s | #8923 |
| 1980s | #7822 |
| 1990s | #8886 |
| 2000s | #11287 |
| 2010s | #6679 |
| 2020s | #3030 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Max has been most popular in CA, NY, TX.
Living bearers
About 900 people named Max are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Max is a kid of about 12 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Max in 2025?
- Max ranks #3645 among US girl names in 2025, with 41 babies given the name.
- When was the name Max most popular?
- Max peaked in 1933, reaching #2404 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Max with classmates?
- Max will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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