Maks
A boy's name of Latin origin with 331 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
A transliteration of the Russian or Ukrainian male given name diminutive Макс (Maks)
Maks is a boy's baby name of Latin origin via Slavic, a diminutive of Maxim or Maksim — from the Latin Maximus, meaning 'greatest.' Maks is the familiar, affectionate short form used across Russia, Ukraine, and Eastern Europe, carrying all the authority of Maximus in a casual, friendly package.
Maks is energetic and international — carrying the ambition of its 'greatest' meaning with the relaxed confidence of a name that needs no introduction.
EtymologyShow more
Phonetically, Maks belongs to a cluster of names characterized by their sharp, distinct ending — ending on a consonant gives it a firm, clear close. At one syllable, it has a punchy, memorable cadence that makes an immediate impression.
Within the Latin naming tradition, names with similar sound structures often share underlying etymological patterns. Exploring Latin names on this site may surface connections that illuminate Maks’s linguistic neighborhood.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Maks has 18+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 2007.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 54 | ▼ |
| 2010s | 251 | ▲ |
| 2000s | 26 | — |
The Story of Maks
A Gen Z name
Peaking in 2011, Maks is a name that defines a generation. Boys named Maks are most likely born between 2007 and 2021.
How rare is Maks?
Only about 1 in every 360,000 babies born in 2024 was named Maks — a truly uncommon choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 2007, peaked in the 2010s with 251 births that decade, and has gracefully settled into a quieter chapter.
Maks by the numbers
- Would fill 7 school buses
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(18 years, 2007–2024)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 10 | #8075 |
| 2023 | 8 | #9433 |
| 2022 | 13 | #6696 |
| 2021 | 8 | #9368 |
| 2020 | 15 | #5870 |
| 2019 | 11 | #7449 |
| 2018 | 17 | #5455 |
| 2017 | 18 | #5222 |
| 2016 | 22 | #4568 |
| 2015 | 29 | #3751 |
| 2014 | 22 | #4477 |
| 2013 | 21 | #4560 |
| 2012 | 37 | #3090 |
| 2011 | 43 | #2776 |
| 2010 | 31 | #3503 |
| 2009 | 15 | #5986 |
| 2008 | 6 | #12018 |
| 2007 | 5 | #13647 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Maks a boy's or girl's name?
When was Maks most popular?
How popular is the name Maks?
Explore More
Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 2007–2024