Maximilian vs Jay

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Maximilian

Boy #587 Most Popular 5 Syllables

"the greatest"

Origin: Latin (Maximus)

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Boy #397 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"to rejoice, joyful"

Origin: Latin (Gaius)

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Maximilian Rank #587

Jay Rank #397

Jay is more popular, ranked #397 vs #587 for Maximilian.

Is Maximilian or Jay more popular?

Jay is more popular, ranked #397 compared to Maximilian at #587 in the United States.

What do Maximilian and Jay mean?

Maximilian means "the greatest" (Latin (Maximus) origin). Jay means "to rejoice, joyful" (Latin (Gaius) origin).

Are Maximilian and Jay boy or girl names?

Maximilian is primarily a boy name. Jay is primarily a boy name.