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Maksym

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Pronounced MAK-sim /ˈmɑk.sɪm/Medium

Meaning: Polish/Ukrainian form of Maximus/Maxim — from Latin maximus, 'the greatest'Medium

In 30 seconds: The greatest: Maksym is the Polish/Ukrainian Maximus — 'the greatest'. Strong, classic, and warm (said 'MAK-sim').

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Origin MediumLatin

MeaningPolish/Ukrainian form of Maximus/Maxim — from Latin maximus, 'the greatest'

U.S. rank (2024)#5559 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births17 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2014

Total births (all-time)≈ 509

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Maksym is the Polish and Ukrainian form of Maximus/Maxim — from Latin maximus, 'the greatest'. Borne by early Christian saints and martyrs. A strong, classic name across Poland and Ukraine (said 'MAK-sim'; nickname Maks).

In the U.S. it appears in Polish and Ukrainian families. Rare, the-greatest at the root, and classic.

Did you know? Maximus means 'the greatest' (Latin) — Maksym is its Polish and Ukrainian form, strong and classic (borne by early saints; said 'MAK-sim').

Overall data confidence 75%

Behind the Name — Maksym — root etymology

Variations

MaximMaksimMaximus

Nicknames

Maks

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Maksym mean?

Maksym is the Polish/Ukrainian Maximus — Latin 'the greatest'.

How do you pronounce Maksym?

It's said MAK-sim /ˈmɑk.sɪm/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Maksym a boy or girl name?

Maksym is a boy's name.

How popular is Maksym?

Maksym is a rare name in the U.S.