Maximino
A masculine name of Latin origin meaning "the greatest or supreme".
Name Census estimates that about 1,719 living Americans carry the first name Maximino. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Maximino today is around 34 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Maximino births was 2007 (47 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Maximino. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
1.7K
~ 1 in 199,392 Americans
Peak year
2007
47 babies that year
Average age
34
years old
2024 SSA rank
#4,638
Tracked since 1920
Popularity
Maximino: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Maximino from the 1920s through to the 2020s, spanning 11 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 359 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2000s peak, Maximino remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Maximino by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Maximino during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Maximinos live
The SSA's state-level files cover 6 states and territories. California, Texas, New York recorded the most babies named Maximino, while New Jersey, Florida, Arizona recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 150 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Maximino
Maximino is a masculine given name of Spanish origin, derived from the Latin name Maximus. The name Maximus is believed to have its roots in the Latin word "maximus," which means "greatest" or "largest." The name gained popularity during the Roman era, when it was often bestowed upon those who had achieved great feats or held positions of importance.
In the early centuries of the Christian era, the name Maximino emerged as a diminutive form of Maximus. It was commonly used in Spain, where it gained a distinct cultural significance. The name's popularity spread to Latin American countries, particularly Mexico and Central America, where it has been widely embraced.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Maximino can be found in the writings of the Spanish historian and monk, Ambrosio de Morales, who lived in the 16th century. His work, "Crónica General de España," contains references to individuals bearing the name Maximino.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have carried the name Maximino. One of the most famous was Maximino Ávila Camacho (1891-1979), a Mexican military officer and politician who served as the President of Mexico from 1940 to 1946. His leadership during World War II and his efforts to modernize Mexico's infrastructure left a lasting impact on the country.
Another prominent figure was Maximino Martínez (1888-1964), a Mexican revolutionary and military leader who played a significant role in the Mexican Revolution. He fought alongside Pancho Villa and later served as the Governor of Zacatecas.
In the realm of sports, Maximino Fernández (1915-1991) was a renowned Spanish footballer who played as a forward for Barcelona and the Spanish national team in the 1930s and 1940s. He is considered one of the greatest players in the history of Spanish football.
The name Maximino has also been associated with religious figures. Maximino Acosta Ciamarra (1846-1914) was a Venezuelan Catholic priest and the first Bishop of Ciudad Bolívar, known for his dedication to serving the indigenous communities of the region.
Finally, Maximino Cerato (1916-1987) was an Italian painter and sculptor who gained recognition for his abstract expressionist works. His art was exhibited in prestigious galleries across Europe and Latin America, solidifying his reputation as a influential figure in the art world.
These are just a few examples of the individuals who have carried the name Maximino throughout history, each leaving their mark in various fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of cultural and historical narratives associated with this name.
People
Maximino + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Maximino as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with M
Other first names starting with M with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Maximino: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Maximino?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 1,719 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Maximino going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 199,392 US residents.
Is Maximino a common name?
We classify Maximino as "Rare". It ranks above 93.1% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 1,974 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Maximino most popular?
The single biggest year for Maximino was 2007, when 47 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Maximino is about 34 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Maximino a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Maximino in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.