Maxwell is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #7375 in 2025 with 15 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2017 with 66 births ranking #2649. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 200.0%. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 107,151 girls born was named Maxwell. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Maxwell is a polished surname-style classic traditionally explained as Mack's stream. It has a tailored feel, with Max ready as a natural short form.
The name comes from a Scottish surname and later settled comfortably into first-name use. It has held on because it blends substance, familiarity, and a built-in nickname.