How Many People Are Named Maxson?
Complete statistics for the name Maxson: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Maxson is a rare, modern name that's gaining traction, with only 1,012 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 325,972 Americans. It peaked in popularity in 2016 with 78 births, showing a rising trend.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 5 symbolizes adventure, change, and versatility.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 12All 1,027 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: 2016Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Maxson Through the Generations
Maxson stands out as a very rare name, with only 1,027 total births recorded in the United States throughout history. As of today, there are approximately 1,012 individuals named Maxson living in the country. The name's modernity is evident, with 97% of those named Maxson being under 30 years old. This indicates a strong preference for the name among younger generations, contributing to its rising trend. The average age of people named Maxson is 12, suggesting that the name is still gaining popularity among parents. The age distribution shows a significant skew towards younger individuals, with 999 under 30, 23 aged between 30 and 60, and only 5 over 60.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Maxson's English surname used as a first name roots
📄 About the Name Maxson
How Many People Have the Name Maxson?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 4,510 people in the United States currently share the name Maxson. That works out to roughly 1 in every 73,492 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.
Is Maxson a Common or Rare Name?
Maxson is classified as 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 Maxson Mean?
Maxson means "creative variant of Max" and comes from English surname used as a first name origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Maxson in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Maxson Most Popular?
The name Maxson reached peak popularity in 2016, with 78 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
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 Maxson?
Approximately 4,510 people named Maxson live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 4,510. That works out to roughly 1 in 73,492 Americans.
Is Maxson a rare name?
Maxson is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 73,492 Americans has this name.
What does the name Maxson mean?
Maxson means "creative variant of Max" and comes from English surname used as a first name origins.
Is Maxson more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Maxson are male and 0% are female.
When was Maxson most popular?
Maxson peaked in 2016 with 78 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
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.