Maxim Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Maxim Name at a Glance

Name	Maxim
Meaning	The greatest.
Origin	Russian
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Maxim Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Maxim means “The 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.

Maxim Name Origin

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

Is Maxim a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Maxim

When considering Maxim for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.