gender neutral
Maxwell
great stream, Mack's stream
About Maxwell
Classic, distinguished, and timelessly sophisticated, this name has maintained steady popularity for generations without ever feeling overused or dated. The name exudes an old-world charm that translates beautifully into modern contexts, equally at home in artistic circles and business environments. Its versatility is remarkable—formal enough for professional settings yet friendly and approachable for everyday use. The built-in nickname options provide flexibility as children grow and develop their own preferences about how they wish to be addressed. The strong consonant sounds give the name substance and weight, while the 'well' ending adds a positive, complete feeling. It's the kind of name that photographs well on wedding invitations, looks impressive on diplomas, and sounds natural in casual conversation. Parents appreciate its balance of strength and warmth, tradition and accessibility. The name has literary and cultural associations that add depth without being pretentious. It works across cultures and languages with minimal pronunciation challenges, making it an excellent choice for internationally-minded families or those who relocate frequently.
Popularity of the Name Maxwell
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #668 | ||||
| 1882 | #911 | ||||
| 1883 | #622 | ||||
| 1884 | #737 | ||||
| 1885 | #742 | ||||
| 1886 | #926 | ||||
| 1887 | #802 | ||||
| 1888 | #884 | ||||
| 1889 | #610 | ||||
| 1890 | #502 | ||||
| 1891 | #814 | ||||
| 1892 | #730 | ||||
| 1893 | #560 | ||||
| 1894 | #833 | ||||
| 1895 | #594 | ||||
| 1896 | #527 | ||||
| 1897 | #419 | ||||
| 1898 | #533 | ||||
| 1899 | #602 | ||||
| 1900 | #503 | ||||
| 1901 | #461 | ||||
| 1902 | #401 | ||||
| 1903 | #542 | ||||
| 1904 | #553 | ||||
| 1905 | #473 | #116 | |||
| 1906 | #405 | #130 | |||
| 1907 | #504 | ||||
| 1908 | #483 | #131 | |||
| 1909 | #481 | #104 | |||
| 1910 | #429 | #127 | |||
| 1911 | #410 | #91 | |||
| 1912 | #366 | #114 | |||
| 1913 | #385 | #90 | |||
| 1914 | #415 | #80 | |||
| 1915 | #404 | #101 | |||
| 1916 | #473 | #110 | |||
| 1917 | #471 | #95 | |||
| 1918 | #488 | #98 | |||
| 1919 | #514 | #90 | |||
| 1920 | #569 | #83 | |||
| 1921 | #605 | #97 | |||
| 1922 | #519 | #79 | |||
| 1923 | #559 | #91 | |||
| 1924 | #588 | #73 | |||
| 1925 | #593 | #96 | |||
| 1926 | #681 | #87 | |||
| 1927 | #617 | #97 | |||
| 1928 | #572 | #78 | |||
| 1929 | #521 | #77 | |||
| 1930 | #624 | #87 | |||
| 1931 | #655 | #99 | |||
| 1932 | #640 | #74 | |||
| 1933 | #743 | #118 | |||
| 1934 | #744 | #94 | |||
| 1935 | #700 | #108 | |||
| 1936 | #804 | #81 | |||
| 1937 | #840 | #88 | |||
| 1938 | #713 | #84 | |||
| 1939 | #722 | #93 | |||
| 1940 | #816 | #92 | |||
| 1941 | #775 | #107 | |||
| 1942 | #811 | #94 | |||
| 1943 | #812 | #98 | |||
| 1944 | #751 | #90 | |||
| 1945 | #874 | #113 | |||
| 1946 | #724 | #105 | |||
| 1947 | #857 | #96 | |||
| 1948 | #896 | #109 | |||
| 1949 | #901 | #108 | |||
| 1950 | #866 | #108 | |||
| 1951 | #872 | #100 | |||
| 1952 | #826 | #133 | |||
| 1953 | #885 | #128 | |||
| 1954 | #823 | #123 | |||
| 1955 | #767 | #144 | |||
| 1956 | #826 | #168 | |||
| 1957 | #932 | #168 | |||
| 1958 | #997 | #153 | |||
| 1959 | #840 | #168 | |||
| 1963 | #942 | #232 | |||
| 1964 | #977 | #211 | |||
| 1965 | #923 | ||||
| 1966 | #909 | ||||
| 1967 | #963 | ||||
| 1968 | #864 | ||||
| 1969 | #865 | ||||
| 1970 | #954 | ||||
| 1972 | #933 | ||||
| 1973 | #822 | ||||
| 1974 | #865 | ||||
| 1975 | #826 | #366 | |||
| 1976 | #858 | ||||
| 1977 | #772 | ||||
| 1978 | #783 | ||||
| 1979 | #699 | ||||
| 1980 | #635 | ||||
| 1981 | #595 | ||||
| 1982 | #629 | ||||
| 1983 | #571 | ||||
| 1984 | #484 | #307 | |||
| 1985 | #383 | ||||
| 1986 | #327 | ||||
| 1987 | #231 | ||||
| 1988 | #217 | #326 | #361 | ||
| 1989 | #205 | #289 | |||
| 1990 | #189 | #218 | |||
| 1991 | #188 | #256 | #198 | ||
| 1992 | #171 | #303 | #217 | ||
| 1993 | #182 | #213 | #201 | ||
| 1994 | #182 | #219 | #223 | ||
| 1995 | #178 | #160 | #197 | ||
| 1996 | #177 | #186 | #206 | ||
| 1997 | #148 | #192 | #137 | #168 | |
| 1998 | #136 | #197 | #186 | #425 | #153 |
| 1999 | #106 | #179 | #134 | #322 | #145 |
| 2000 | #113 | #175 | #137 | #462 | #129 |
| 2001 | #124 | #164 | #106 | #310 | #144 |
| 2002 | #129 | #172 | #106 | #433 | #138 |
| 2003 | #132 | #177 | #139 | #274 | #144 |
| 2004 | #136 | #177 | #143 | #346 | #147 |
| 2005 | #140 | #145 | #122 | #427 | #135 |
| 2006 | #149 | #150 | #168 | #559 | #159 |
| 2007 | #153 | #147 | #145 | #419 | #176 |
| 2008 | #134 | #153 | #135 | #819 | #149 |
| 2009 | #132 | #148 | #123 | #582 | #159 |
| 2010 | #133 | #150 | #99 | #311 | #146 |
| 2011 | #133 | #134 | #89 | #594 | #152 |
| 2012 | #114 | #128 | #129 | #417 | #150 |
| 2013 | #108 | #125 | #77 | #397 | #119 |
| 2014 | #107 | #126 | #116 | #535 | #128 |
| 2015 | #113 | #135 | #104 | #348 | #131 |
| 2016 | #111 | #129 | #104 | #477 | #133 |
| 2017 | #133 | #142 | #105 | #529 | #152 |
| 2018 | #134 | #155 | #120 | #375 | #124 |
| 2019 | #147 | #162 | #115 | #685 | #122 |
| 2020 | #146 | #171 | #129 | #674 | #159 |
| 2021 | #162 | #174 | #135 | #680 | #146 |
| 2022 | #173 | #178 | #134 | #706 | #174 |
| 2023 | #182 | #188 | #199 | #186 | |
| 2024 | #182 | #190 | #160 | #899 | #197 |
| 2025 | #189 | #197 | #173 | #922 | #195 |
| 1960 | #172 | ||||
| 1961 | #207 | ||||
| 1962 | #243 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Maxwell
- Maxwel
- Maxville
- Maxey
- Maxon
Names Similar to Maxwell
Nicknames for Maxwell
- Max
- Well
- Maxie
- Ax
Famous People Named Maxwell
| Maxwell Anderson | American playwright |
| Maxwell Caulfield | British-American actor |
| Maxwell Maltz | American author and plastic surgeon |
| Maxwell Perkins | American book editor |
| Maxwell Taylor | United States Army general and diplomat |
Characters Named Maxwell
| Maxwell Smart | Fictional character from the TV series "Get Smart" |
| Maxwell Klinger | Fictional character from the TV series "MASH" |
| Maxwell Dillon | Electro - Fictional character from Marvel Comics |
| Maxwell "Max" Rockatansky | Fictional character from the "Mad Max" film series |
| Maxwell "Max" Evans | Fictional character from the TV series "Roswell" |
| Maxwell "Max" Goof | Fictional character from Disney's "Goof Troop" |
| Maxwell McGrath | Fictional character from the animated series "Max Steel" |
| Maxwell "Max" Smart | Fictional character from the TV series "Get Smart" |
| Maxwell "Max" Black | Fictional character from the TV series "2 Broke Girls" |
| Maxwell "Max" Keenan | Fictional character from the TV series "Bones" |
| Maxwell Sheffield | Fictional character from the TV series "The Nanny" |