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Max vs Jeremiah

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Max

Boy #175 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"greatest"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English German American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#175
Total SSA Count
2,120
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Max Rank #175
Jeremiah Rank #93

Jeremiah is more popular, ranked #93 vs #175 for Max.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Max or Jeremiah more popular?

Jeremiah is more popular, ranked #93 compared to Max at #175 in the United States.

What do Max and Jeremiah mean?

Max means "greatest" (Latin origin). Jeremiah means "God will uplift, exalt" (Hebrew (Yirmeyahu) origin).

Are Max and Jeremiah boy or girl names?

Max is primarily a boy name. Jeremiah is primarily a boy name.

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