Raymond vs Maxwell

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Raymond

Boy #380 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"wise protector"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #182 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"Mack's spring, great stream"

Origin: Scottish

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Raymond Rank #380

Maxwell Rank #182

Maxwell is more popular, ranked #182 vs #380 for Raymond.

Is Raymond or Maxwell more popular?

Maxwell is more popular, ranked #182 compared to Raymond at #380 in the United States.

What do Raymond and Maxwell mean?

Raymond means "wise protector" (Germanic origin). Maxwell means "Mack's spring, great stream" (Scottish origin).

Are Raymond and Maxwell boy or girl names?

Raymond is primarily a boy name. Maxwell is primarily a boy name.