Noah Boy
NOH-uh
“rest, comfort” · Hebrew
#2
Maximiliano
BoySpanish, Latin· “greatest; form of Maximilian”
- Meaning
- greatest; form of Maximilian
- Origin
- Spanish, Latin
- Pronunciation
- mahk-see-mee-lee-AH-noh
- Syllables
- 5
- US rank 2025
- #280
- US babies 2025
- 1,209
- Best rank
- #251 (2019)
- Peak year
- 2019
Meaning and origin of Maximiliano
Maximiliano is a Spanish and Latin name that means “greatest; form of Maximilian”.
Maximiliano is the Spanish, Italian and Portuguese form of Maximilian, from the Latin Maximilianus, which derives from Maximus, greatest. The name became prominent through the Habsburg emperor Maximilian I and later through Maximilian of Austria, who reigned as Emperor Maximiliano I of Mexico. Maximiliano is long and grand, but it offers easy nicknames such as Max, Maxi and Milo. It is popular in Latin America and among Hispanic families in the United States. The name suits parents who want a formal, classic name with an energetic everyday form.
Popularity over time
Maximiliano first appears in US Social Security records in 1917. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 29 different years, starting in 1993. Its best national rank was #251 in 2019, the same year it reached its highest count of 1,460 babies. In 2025, 1,209 babies were named Maximiliano, and it ranked #280 nationally. Its use has been fairly steady over the past decade.
Its national rank moved from #4,724 in 1920, #2,035 in 1980, #946 in 2000, #462 in 2010, and #280 in 2025. Of the 23,972 US boys named Maximiliano since records began, 47% were born in the 2010s, its biggest decade. The 2020s come next, with 7,207 babies.
Other boys' names that peaked around the same time include Lane, Karson, Kyler, Daxton, and Khalil.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Maximiliano ranked highest in California, Arizona, and Texas.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| California | #123 | 327 |
| Arizona | #144 | 62 |
| Texas | #148 | 261 |
| New Mexico | #207 | 10 |
| Illinois | #234 | 51 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for boys.
Maximiliano is usually pronounced mahk-see-mee-lee-AH-noh, with five syllables. It has 11 letters, starts with M and ends in “-no”.
Middle names for Maximiliano
A few middle names that flow with Maximiliano: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Maximiliano
Similar names
Emiliano Boy
eh-mee-lee-AH-noh
“from Aemilius, possibly 'rival'” · Spanish
#94
Cesar Boy
SAY-sahr
“uncertain (from Caesar)” · Spanish
#385
Maximilian Boy
mak-sih-MIHL-yuhn
“greatest” · Latin
#590
Marcelino Boy
mahr-seh-LEE-noh
“Spanish pet form of Marcelo” · Spanish
#1,649
Luciano Boy
loo-CHAH-noh
“light” · Italian
#305
Valentino Boy
val-en-TEE-noh
“strong, healthy” · Italian
#444
Luis Boy
loo-EES
“famous warrior” · Spanish
#144
Carlos Boy
KAR-lohs
“free man” · Spanish
#150
Victor Boy
VIHK-tur
“conqueror” · Latin
#211
Cristian Boy
krees-tee-AHN
“follower of Christ” · Spanish
#362
Fernando Boy
fur-NAN-doh
“bold journey (from Ferdinand)” · Spanish
#387
Manuel Boy
mahn-WEL
“God is with us” · Spanish
#371
Lists that include Maximiliano
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Maximiliano mean?
Maximiliano is a Spanish and Latin name that means “greatest; form of Maximilian”.
What is the origin of the name Maximiliano?
Maximiliano has Spanish and Latin roots. Maximiliano is the Spanish, Italian and Portuguese form of Maximilian, from the Latin Maximilianus, which derives from Maximus, greatest.
Is Maximiliano a popular name?
Yes. Maximiliano ranked #280 in the US in 2025, which makes it in the top 1,000.
Is Maximiliano a boy or girl name?
Maximiliano is mainly a boy's name. In the US it is used almost only for boys.
How do you pronounce Maximiliano?
Maximiliano is usually pronounced mahk-see-mee-lee-AH-noh. 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