Maxell
boy nameMaxell entered the US charts in 1917, peaked at #3545 in 1917, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1917–2025
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rank today
#3545
peak (1917)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3545 |
| 1920s | #3987 |
| 1930s | #3679 |
| 2000s | #12055 |
| 2010s | #11460 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Maxell are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Maxell alive today was born around 1934, making them about 91 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Maxell in 2025?
- Maxell is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Maxell most popular?
- Maxell peaked in 1917, reaching #3545 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Maxell with classmates?
- Maxell will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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