Maximus is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #17533 in 2017 with 5 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2012 with 7 births ranking #14489. In 2017, approximately 1 in every 345,176 girls born was named Maximus. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Maximus is a bold Roman name that directly means greatest. It has a larger-than-life image but is anchored in genuine classical history.
The name belonged to ancient Romans and later gained modern popularity through parents looking for strong historic names. Its theatrical energy has helped it stand out in contemporary use.