Maximillian
Boy nameMaximillian has been given to 5,968 babies in the U.S. since 1914. It peaked in 1999.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
5,968
Peak year
1999 (250 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1914
10-year trend
▼ -15%
Gender split
All boys
Rank through the decades
Maximillian's rank among U.S. boy names at 25-year milestones.
| Year | Boys rank |
|---|---|
| 2000 | #720 |
— means outside the top 1000 that year.
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Maximillian — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Maximillian.
FAQ
How popular is the name Maximillian?
Maximillian has been given to 5,968 babies in the U.S. since 1914. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Maximillian peak?
Maximillian peaked in 1999, when 250 babies were given the name.
Is Maximillian a girl or boy name?
Maximillian is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Maximillian are boys).
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