- Meaning
- The greatest
- Origin
- Latin
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 1
- Popularity
- US top 100
- Style
- Classic
- Used in
- English-speaking countries, German, Dutch
What people expect from a Max
Max mixes soft and sharp sounds, so people tend to read it as steady and balanced.
The meaning is about strength. A name can't give a child strength, but it's a nice thing to explain to them one day.
A good fit if you hope for: a leader, an athlete.
Names set expectations, not personalities. What the research says.
Max: name scorecard
Save your future kid some trouble: give them a name they can live and grow with.
Great choice
Max
- International readabilityReads well across languages, "x".
- Easy to say and spellSays itself: 1 syllable, spelt how it sounds.
- Not too common, not too strangePopular. Familiar and safe, a bit less personal.
- Playground-proofNo obvious rude words or rhymes. Kids are creative, though.
- Won't get you sued (or refused)Nothing a registrar would object to in most countries.
- A meaning to be proud ofMeans "The greatest".
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Iceland has a Naming Committee. A new name must fit Icelandic grammar and spelling, or it's refused.
Icelandic Personal Names ActQuestions about Max
What does the name Max mean?
Max is a boy's name of Latin origin meaning "The greatest".
Is Max a boy or girl name?
Max is usually a boy's name.
How popular is the name Max?
Max is in the US top 100. It is used in English-speaking countries, German, Dutch.
Fun, but true. Name meanings come from common etymologies, which sometimes disagree. Height and weight paths are estimates from population growth data and published studies, not a medical assessment. If you're worried about your child's growth, talk to your paediatrician. Full disclaimer