Maxwel
boy nameMaxwel entered the US charts in 1987, peaked at #3842 in 2001, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1987–2025
—
rank today
#3842
peak (2001)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #6283 |
| 1990s | #5491 |
| 2000s | #6069 |
| 2010s | #10193 |
| 2020s | #12349 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Maxwel are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Maxwel alive today was born around 2002, making them about 23 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
Names similar in popularity
Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Maxwel in 2025?
- Maxwel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Maxwel most popular?
- Maxwel peaked in 2001, reaching #3842 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Maxwel with classmates?
- Maxwel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
Torn between Maxwel and another name?
Put them head to head — full stats, history and a verdict.
Start a name battle