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Maxim
BoyLatin origin · /MAK-sim/ · classic
Meaning: Greatest.
Popularity 8/1002 syllables↓ Falling
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Today, Maxim is a rare name (popularity 8/100).
It is less common today than at its historical peak.
The name Maxim originates from the Latin word 'maximus', which means 'greatest'. It was commonly used in ancient Rome as a cognomen (a third name in Roman naming conventions) to denote someone of great stature or achievement. Over time, it evolved into a given name in various cultures, particularly in Eastern Europe and Russia, where it remains popular.
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