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Massimo
BoyItalian, Latin· “greatest”
- Meaning
- greatest
- Origin
- Italian, Latin
- Pronunciation
- MAHS-see-moh
- Syllables
- 3
- US rank 2025
- #938
- US babies 2025
- 251
- Best rank
- #844 (2023)
- Peak year
- 2023
Meaning and origin of Massimo
Massimo is an Italian and Latin name that means “greatest”.
From the Latin Maximus, meaning 'greatest', comes the Italian Massimo. Maximus was a Roman family name borne by several notable figures, and the name has remained a staple in Italy for generations. It is used by Italian families around the world and appeals to English speakers looking for something with Mediterranean warmth. Massimo has a rolling, confident sound. Max is the obvious international nickname, while Italian families may use Massi.
Popularity over time
Massimo first appears in US Social Security records in 1963. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 3 different years, starting in 2023. Its best national rank was #844 in 2023, the same year it reached its highest count of 289 babies. In 2025, 251 babies were named Massimo, and it ranked #938 nationally. That is 99% more than ten years earlier, so it is clearly on the rise.
Its national rank moved from #3,050 in 1980, #2,076 in 2000, #1,208 in 2010, and #938 in 2025. Of the 4,026 US boys named Massimo since records began, 33% were born in the 2020s, its biggest decade. The 2010s come next, with 1,175 babies.
Other boys' names that peaked around the same time include Leif, Abner, Judson, Zyon, and Jettson.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Massimo ranked highest in New Jersey, Connecticut, and Florida.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | #391 | 21 |
| Connecticut | #475 | 6 |
| Florida | #503 | 36 |
| New York | #611 | 25 |
| Utah | #673 | 6 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for boys.
Massimo is usually pronounced MAHS-see-moh, with three syllables. It has seven letters, starts with M and ends in “-mo”.
Middle names for Massimo
A few middle names that flow with Massimo: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Massimo
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Massimo mean?
Massimo is an Italian and Latin name that means “greatest”.
What is the origin of the name Massimo?
Massimo has Italian and Latin roots. From the Latin Maximus, meaning 'greatest', comes the Italian Massimo.
Is Massimo a popular name?
Yes. Massimo ranked #938 in the US in 2025, which makes it in the top 1,000.
Is Massimo a boy or girl name?
Massimo is mainly a boy's name. In the US it is used almost only for boys.
How do you pronounce Massimo?
Massimo is usually pronounced MAHS-see-moh. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings