Max vs Avery

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Max

Boy #175 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"greatest"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #259 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"ruler of the elves"

Origin: Anglo-Saxon/Norman

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Max Rank #175

Avery Rank #259

Max is more popular, ranked #175 vs #259 for Avery.

Is Max or Avery more popular?

Max is more popular, ranked #175 compared to Avery at #259 in the United States.

What do Max and Avery mean?

Max means "greatest" (Latin origin). Avery means "ruler of the elves" (Anglo-Saxon/Norman origin).

Are Max and Avery boy or girl names?

Max is primarily a boy name. Avery is primarily a boy name.