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Maxene

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Pronounced mak-SEEN /mækˈsiːn/High

Meaning: A variant spelling of Maxine, the feminine of Max/Maximilian, from the Latin maximus ('greatest'). Borne by Maxene Andrews of the Andrews Sisters. Vintage and bright.Low

In 30 seconds: A vintage spin on Maxine: Maxene means 'greatest' (said 'mak-SEEN'). Bright and retro.
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Origin MediumLatin, English
MeaningA variant spelling of Maxine, the feminine of Max/Maximilian, from the Latin maximus ('greatest'). Borne by Maxene Andrews of the Andrews Sisters. Vintage and bright.
U.S. rank (2019)#14954 ↗ Rising
2019 U.S. births6 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1924
Total births (all-time)≈ 498

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 192419142019

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

Maxene is a form of Maxine, from the Latin maximus ('greatest'). Its most famous bearer, singer Maxene Andrews, lends it a mid-century glamour — rare in the U.S. today (said 'mak-SEEN').

It appears rarely, with a 1940s vintage feel. Rare, bright, and retro.

Did you know? Maxene respells Maxine — the feminine of Max, from Latin maximus, 'greatest' — and was the name of Maxene Andrews of the Andrews Sisters, giving it a bright, retro sparkle (said 'mak-SEEN').
Overall data confidence 48%
References — Maxene — Maxine variant; Latin 'greatest'; Maxene Andrews

Variations

MaxineMaxeenMaxeene

Nicknames

MaxMaxie

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Maxene mean?

Maxene is a form of Maxine, from the Latin maximus — 'greatest.'

How do you pronounce Maxene?

It's said mak-SEEN /mækˈsiːn/ — two syllables, stress on the last.

Is Maxene a boy or girl name?

Maxene is a girl's name.

How popular is Maxene?

Maxene is a rare name in the U.S.

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