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Maxence
Pronounced mak-SAHNS /mɑːkˈsɑːns/Medium
Meaning: Maxence is the French form of the Roman name Maxentius, built on Latin maximus, 'greatest.' The Roman emperor Maxentius is remembered for his defeat at the Milvian Bridge; the French name has been steadily popular in France in recent decades. We note the Roman background honestly.Medium
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Maxence is the French form of the Roman Maxentius, from Latin maximus, 'greatest.' A Roman emperor of that name ruled in the early fourth century and fell at the battle of the Milvian Bridge. In modern France the name has been widely and steadily given, while remaining unusual in English-speaking countries. We note the Roman background honestly (said 'mak-SAHNS').
It appears only rarely for boys in the U.S. Rare here, established in France.
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What does the name Maxence mean?
Maxence is the French form of the Roman name Maxentius, built on Latin maximus, 'greatest.'
How do you pronounce Maxence?
It's said mak-SAHNS /mɑːkˈsɑːns/ — two syllables, stress on the second.
Is Maxence a boy or girl name?
Maxence is used as a boy's name.
How popular is Maxence?
Maxence is a rare name for boys in the U.S., though well established in France.