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Maximillian
Gender: Boy
Origin: Latin
Meaning: Greatest
Popularity: Not in the U.S. top 1,000 names
Maximillian Name Meaning and Origin
Maximillian is a masculine name of Latin origin, derived from the Roman family name Maximilianus, which itself originates from Maximus, meaning “greatest” or “largest.” It was popularized in honor of the Holy Roman Emperor Maximilian I in the late 15th and early 16th centuries, further embedding the name in European history and nobility. Maximillian conveys a sense of strength, greatness, and grandeur, often associated with leaders and influential figures. Variations of the name are found in multiple languages, such as Maximilien in French and Maximiliano in Spanish.
