Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Maximus.
National Rank (2025)
#276
All-Time Peak Rank
#187 (2016)
Total U.S. Births
34,662
Unisex Distribution100.0% Boy / 0.0% GirlBalance: Single-Gender Archetype
💡 The Maximus Vibe: This choice is considered a Modern Trend. A contemporary choice reflecting current cultural naming rhythms and popularity brackets.
📖 The Story Behind Maximus
According to SSA data, Maximus achieved its highest historical rank of #187 in 2016. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 2014 with 2,137 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have decreased by 39.5%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 29 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Maximus scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Declining
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
-39.5% Decline
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record2,137Births in 2014
Years in Top 100
0yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
29Years
Historical VolatilityHighly Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:0
1890s:0
1900s:0
1910s:0
1920s:0
1930s:0
1940s:0
1950s:0
1960s:0
1970s:0
1980s:0
1990s:34
2000s:8,618
2010s:18,677
2020s:7,333
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesMa-xi-mus
Letter Count7 Letters
Spelling ComplexityModerate
Linguistic Profile Narrative: Longer than 54.1% of SSA names. Starts with M, a letter used by only 7.6% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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