Maxine Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Maxine Name at a Glance

Name	Maxine
Meaning	Feminine diminutive of Maximilian: Greatest.
Origin	Latin
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Maxine Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Maxine means “Feminine diminutive of Maximilian: Greatest”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Maxine Name Origin

Our database records Maxine under Latin origin. Browse more Latin baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Maxine a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Maxine is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Maxine

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