"the greatest, most excellent"
Origin: Latin
Language: French
Maxime
Pronunciation: [ m-aks-EEM ]
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The French form of Maximus, meaning the greatest
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"greatest, surpassing all others"
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The Story of Maxime
Maxime is the French form of the Latin Maximus, meaning 'the greatest.' Maximus comes from the Latin superlative of 'magnus' (great), sharing its root with words like maximum and magnitude. The name was borne by numerous Roman emperors, saints, and theologians. In French-speaking cultures, Maxime became the standard form, distinguished from the feminine Maxime (also used for girls in France, though less commonly).
Maxime has been consistently popular in France, Belgium, and Quebec for decades. It peaked in French-speaking countries in the 1990s-2000s and remains in wide use today, benefiting from the global trend toward Latin-derived names that sound powerful and timeless.
In France, Maxime has been associated with French classical culture and the Catholic saint tradition. Saint Maximus the Confessor (7th century) was one of the most important theological thinkers of the Byzantine world.
Historical Record
Maxime first appeared in US Social Security records in 1975.
Over 1,067 babies have been named Maxime in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Maxime is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #4,073 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Maxime is used for both boys and girls in France, though predominantly for boys
- Saint Maximus the Confessor, a 7th-century theologian, wrote extensively about the relationship between human and divine will
- The Roman gladiator Maximus in the film Gladiator (2000) helped revive global interest in this name family
Maxime in Other Languages
Latin
Maximus
French
Maxime
German
Maximilian
Italian
Massimo
Spanish
Máximo
Popularity Over Time
#4,073
Current Rank
Stable
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Hidden Gem
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Maxime
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Maxime Gonalons
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1989
French professional footballer who plays as a midfielder
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Maxime Bernier
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1963
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Saint Maximus the Confessor
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7th-century Byzantine theologian and one of the most significant fathers of the Eastern Church
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #4,073
- Total SSA Count
- 26
- Cultural Origins
- French Belgian Swiss Canadian
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Max
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Frequently Asked Questions About Maxime
What does the name Maxime mean?
"the greatest, most excellent" (from Latin). "greatest, surpassing all others" (from Latin). Maxime is the French form of the Latin Maximus, meaning 'the greatest.' Maximus comes from the Latin superlative of 'magnus' (great), sharing its root with words like maximum and magnitude. The name was borne by numerous Roman emperors, saints, and theologians. In French-speaking cultures, Maxime became the standard form, distinguished from the feminine Maxime (also used for girls in France, though less commonly).
What is the origin of the name Maxime?
Maxime has Latin, French, Belgian, Swiss, and Canadian origins. In Latin, it means "the greatest, most excellent". In Latin, it means "greatest, surpassing all others".
Is Maxime a boy or girl name?
Maxime is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #4073. As a girl name, it is ranked #60457. Maxime is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Maxime?
Maxime is pronounced m-aks-EEM.
How popular is the name Maxime?
Maxime is currently ranked #4073 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Maxime?
Common nicknames for Maxime include Max.
What are good middle names for Maxime?
Popular middle name pairings include Maxime Louis, Maxime Henri, Maxime Antoine, Maxime Pierre, Maxime Gabriel, Maxime Victor, and Maxime Jules.
What are good sibling names for Maxime?
Names that pair well with Maxime as siblings include Elodie, Baptiste, Chloe, Lucas, Camille, and Adrien.
How many syllables does Maxime have?
Maxime has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Maxime a common or rare name?
Maxime is an uncommon name, ranked #4073 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Maxime
Maxime is a boy name with French, Belgian, Swiss, and Canadian origins . The name means "the greatest, most excellent" in Latin .
Is Maxime a boy or girl name? Maxime is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #4,073 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #60,457. Maxime is more commonly used as a boy name.
Maxime is currently ranked #4,073 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Maxime has 2 syllables and is pronounced m-aks-EEM, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Maxime include Max. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Maxime include Maximiliano, Maximus, Maximilian, Maximo, Maxim . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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