Name Profile
Max
“Greatest” — German
BoyGerman1 syllableCurrent rank #175 (2024)
About Max
Short, punchy, and full of character, Max is a German boy's name meaning "greatest." This dynamic moniker delivers maximum impact in just three letters, offering a playful yet classic vintage charm. It remains an enduringly popular choice that feels simultaneously historic and effortlessly cool.
Quick Facts
GenderBoy
OriginGerman
Syllables1
Nicknames for Max
Max is usually used as-is and doesn’t have a common shortened nickname.
Popularity in the U.S.
Max ranks #175 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 2,120 births..
Max popularity chartUse the Births and Rank buttons to change the metric. The data values are listed below.Max had 2,120 births in 2024.
View chart data
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 3,415 | #118 |
| 2016 | 3,419 | #118 |
| 2017 | 3,140 | #128 |
| 2018 | 2,870 | #136 |
| 2019 | 2,742 | #137 |
| 2020 | 2,463 | #147 |
| 2021 | 2,410 | #160 |
| 2022 | 2,388 | #157 |
| 2023 | 2,201 | #163 |
| 2024 | 2,120 | #175 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Max mean?
Max is commonly linked to the meaning Greatest and is associated with German roots.
Is Max a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Max ranks #175 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 2,120 births..