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Royce vs Maximilian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Royce

Boy #463 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"son of the king"

Origin: Old French via English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#463
Total SSA Count
669
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Royce Rank #463
Maximilian Rank #587

Royce is more popular, ranked #463 vs #587 for Maximilian.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Royce or Maximilian more popular?

Royce is more popular, ranked #463 compared to Maximilian at #587 in the United States.

What do Royce and Maximilian mean?

Royce means "son of the king" (Old French via English origin). Maximilian means "the greatest" (Latin (Maximus) origin).

Are Royce and Maximilian boy or girl names?

Royce is primarily a boy name. Maximilian is primarily a boy name.

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