Maksym

“The greatest”

Poland origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#3391US 2023

35Births / yr

↑Rising

415All-time births

📅 Since 200100

How to pronounce Maksym

mak-sim(polish)

/mak-sim(polish)/ · · 2 syllables

“The greatest”

Poland origin · Boy name

What does Maksym mean and where does it come from?

Maksym is a variant of the name Maxim, which has Latin origins. The name means 'the greatest' and is commonly used in Slavic countries, such as Poland and Ukraine. It has gained some popularity in Russia as well. The name has a deep historical significance, with figures like Saint Maxim the Confesso

Cultural significance

Maksym has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Poland-speaking communities, where it reflects values of the greatest.

Peak popularity

Reached #2974 in 2014 — currently #3391 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Maksym?

Maksym works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Maksym Grace

How popular is Maksym right now?

Rising fast — up 857 spots — currently #3391 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#3391 · Top 2.5%

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2010

2015

2020

2021

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#3391	35	▲ up 857 · +40% births
2022	#4248	25	▲ up 1443 · +56% births
2021	#5691	16	▼ down 758 · -16% births
2020	#4933	19	▼ down 1271 · -37% births
2015	#3662	30	▼ down 365 · -12% births
2010	#3297	34	▲ up 1969 · +113% births
2005	#5266	16	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Maksym

Best Year2010Rank #3297

Peak Count35

Average Rank#4355

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2005 - 20237 years

The story of Maksym

Maksym is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2001. With 415 total births recorded, Maksym remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #5266 in 2005 to #3391 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Maksym in 2014:

Noah Liam Mason Jacob William

Maksym by decade

Maksym peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	128
2010s ★	268
2020s	19

💎Maksym has only 415 total recorded births since 2001 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Maksym?

RUSSIAN

Maks

ANCIENT ROMAN

Maxima

SPANISH

Máxima

ANCIENT ROMAN

MaximianusMaximilianaMaximilianusMaximinus

What names sound and feel like Maksym?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Maksym also consider these

Maksim

Russian · The greatest

Maks

Poland · language: Derived from

Makhy

American · One who is

Maxym

Ukrainian · the greatest

Masyn

USA · A creative spelling

Maddyn

American · A variation of

Harlym

American · Refers to a

Maxsim

Russian Federation · A variant of

How is Maksym written in other languages?

Максим

Ukrainian

Common questions about the name Maksym

What does the name Maksym mean?

Maksym means "The greatest" — a name rooted in Poland tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Maksym?

Maksym is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Maksym have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Maksym?

Maksym originates from Poland tradition. Poland names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Maksym trending right now?

Maksym is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Maksym a common or rare name?

Maksym is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.