Maxie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Maxie originates from the Latin word 'Maximus', meaning 'greatest'. The name has evolved from its Latin roots through historical forms like Maximus and Maximilian, taking on a more affectionate tone in modern usage. It is not directly linked to biblical texts. Maxie has gained popularity since the 19th century and is seen as a warm and friendly name, with variants including Max and Maxi. Notable figures bearing the name include Maxie Rosenbloom and Maxie Dunham.
The name Maxie is most popular in South Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Maxie has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Maxie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 834th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 663rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 957th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1738th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3765th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 10143rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 15888th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 756th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 893rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2356th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6125th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7487th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 12696th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10456th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Maxie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Maxie"
Pronunciation
/ˈmæksi/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Maxie is derived from the Latin name 'Maximus', which means 'greatest'. It is often used as a diminutive or affectionate form of names like Maximilian or Max.
Meaning
greatest
Language Evolution
Maximus, Maximilian, Max
Historical Usage
Maxie gained popularity in the 19th century as a standalone name and as a diminutive for names like Maximilian.
Variants & Derivatives
Max, Maxi, Maximilian
Modern Popularity & Image
Maxie is perceived as a friendly and approachable name, often associated with warmth and affection.
Famous People
Maxie Rosenbloom, an American professional boxer, Maxie Dunham, a notable American author and speaker
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Maxie"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Maxie"
"Maxie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 834th of 7545 | 1,053 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 663rd of 6773 | 1,602 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 957th of 7552 | 1,155 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1738th of 10718 | 426 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3765th of 16616 | 220 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 10143rd of 24088 | 83 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 15888th of 23106 | 23 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 756th of 9107 | 1,647 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 893rd of 9204 | 1,203 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2356th of 12526 | 425 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6125th of 19264 | 124 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 7487th of 27321 | 154 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 12696th of 35406 | 107 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 10456th of 30306 | 110 |
Regional Popularity of "Maxie" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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25.91% 613th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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19.08% 449th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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24.43% 697th/2853 |
51.57% 1431st/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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39.14% 1377th/3518 |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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62.75% 3259th/5194 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Maxie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
100.00% 1416th/1416 |
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20.84% 493rd/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
95.54% 1477th/1546 |
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24.52% 577th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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64.95% 1853rd/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Maxie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Maxie" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.