Maximus
boy name#275 in 2025Maximus entered the US charts in 1997, peaked at #187 in 2016, ranks #275 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1997–2025
#275
rank today
#187
peak (2016)
1,249
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #6257 |
| 2000s | #385 |
| 2010s | #207 |
| 2020s | #285 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Maximus has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 34,500 people named Maximus are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Maximus is a kid of about 11 — 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 Maximus in 2025?
- Maximus ranks #275 among US boy names in 2025, with 1,249 babies given the name.
- When was the name Maximus most popular?
- Maximus peaked in 2016, reaching #187 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Maximus with classmates?
- Maximus will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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