Maximilian vs Ray

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Maximilian

Boy #587 Most Popular 5 Syllables

"the greatest"

Origin: Latin (Maximus)

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Boy #777 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wise protector"

Origin: Germanic

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Maximilian Rank #587

Ray Rank #777

Maximilian is more popular, ranked #587 vs #777 for Ray.

Is Maximilian or Ray more popular?

Maximilian is more popular, ranked #587 compared to Ray at #777 in the United States.

What do Maximilian and Ray mean?

Maximilian means "the greatest" (Latin (Maximus) origin). Ray means "wise protector" (Germanic origin).

Are Maximilian and Ray boy or girl names?

Maximilian is primarily a boy name. Ray is primarily a boy name.