Maximilian vs Johan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Maximilian

Boy #587 Most Popular 5 Syllables

"the greatest"

Origin: Latin (Maximus)

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Boy #537 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew

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Maximilian Rank #587

Johan Rank #537

Johan is more popular, ranked #537 vs #587 for Maximilian.

Is Maximilian or Johan more popular?

Johan is more popular, ranked #537 compared to Maximilian at #587 in the United States.

What do Maximilian and Johan mean?

Maximilian means "the greatest" (Latin (Maximus) origin). Johan means "God is gracious" (Hebrew origin).

Are Maximilian and Johan boy or girl names?

Maximilian is primarily a boy name. Johan is primarily a boy name.