Maxim vs Denis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Maxim

Boy #1,448 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"greatest"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #1,643 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"follower of Dionysus, god of wine"

Origin: Greek Dionysios

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Maxim Rank #1,448

Denis Rank #1,643

Maxim is more popular, ranked #1448 vs #1643 for Denis.

Is Maxim or Denis more popular?

Maxim is more popular, ranked #1448 compared to Denis at #1643 in the United States.

What do Maxim and Denis mean?

Maxim means "greatest" (Latin origin). Denis means "follower of Dionysus, god of wine" (Greek Dionysios origin).

Are Maxim and Denis boy or girl names?

Maxim is primarily a boy name. Denis is primarily a boy name.