How Many People Are Named Maximilien?
Complete statistics for the name Maximilien: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Maximilien is the French form of Maximilian, rooted in Latin and meaning "the greatest." There are roughly 357 people living in the US with this name today, which means about 1 in 923,518 Americans share it. It's very much a modern pick, with 86% of bearers under the age of 30.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 1 represents leadership, independence, and pioneering energy. It's associated with individuals who are self-driven and naturally inclined to forge their own path.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 18All 363 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1998Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Stable
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Maximilien Through the Generations
Maximilien hasn't been around long in American naming records, and it's still extremely rare with just 363 total births recorded across all available US data. The name hit its peak in 1998 with 16 births that year, and the average bearer is only about 18 years old. That tells you this name's story is really just getting started. Looking at the age breakdown, 311 bearers are under 30, while 52 fall between 30 and 60, and there aren't any over 60 at all. It's a name that didn't exist in American usage until relatively recently. The trend has been stable rather than surging, suggesting a small but consistent group of parents drawn to this elegant French spelling. Globally, Maximilien ranks #75,849 with about 7,252 living bearers worldwide, and it's most popular in France, where the name feels right at home. With only 357 living Americans carrying this name, choosing Maximilien virtually guarantees your child won't share it with a classmate.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
✨ Similar Names to Maximilien
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Maximilien's Latin roots
📄 About the Name Maximilien
How Many People Have the Name Maximilien?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 357 people in the United States currently share the name Maximilien. That works out to roughly 1 in every 923,518 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Maximilien a Common or Rare Name?
Maximilien is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Maximilien Mean?
Maximilien means "The greatest" and comes from Latin origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 1.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Maximilien in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Maximilien Most Popular?
The name Maximilien reached peak popularity in 1998, with 16 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Maximilien?
Approximately 357 people named Maximilien live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 363. That works out to roughly 1 in 923,518 Americans.
Is Maximilien a rare name?
Maximilien is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 923,518 Americans has this name.
What does the name Maximilien mean?
Maximilien means "The greatest" and comes from Latin origins.
Is Maximilien more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Maximilien are male and 0% are female.
When was Maximilien most popular?
Maximilien peaked in 1998 with 16 births that year. Current trend: Stable.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.