Maxson
Son of the greatest or most mighty.
Name Census estimates that about 1,013 living Americans carry the first name Maxson. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Maxson today is around 12 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Maxson births was 2016 (78 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Maxson. 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.
Key insights
- • Maxson is a relatively new arrival in the SSA data. The average bearer is just 12 years old, meaning it gained most of its traction in the last two decades.
People living today
1.0K
~ 1 in 338,356 Americans
Peak year
2016
78 babies that year
Average age
12
years old
2024 SSA rank
#4,378
Tracked since 1916
Popularity
Maxson: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Maxson from the 1910s through to the 2020s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 608 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Maxson remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Maxson 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 Maxson during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Maxsons live
The SSA's state-level files cover 9 states and territories. California, Texas, New York recorded the most babies named Maxson, while Ohio, North Carolina, Indiana recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 29 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Maxson
The name Maxson has its roots in the Latin language and is believed to have originated during the Roman Empire. It is derived from the Latin name Maximus, meaning "the greatest" or "the largest." This name was often given to male children in ancient Rome, as it conveyed a sense of strength and greatness.
In the early years of Christianity, the name Maxson gained popularity among the followers of the faith. It was associated with various saints and martyrs, such as Saint Maximus the Confessor, a prominent theologian and monk who lived in the 7th century. His unwavering devotion to the Christian faith earned him a place in religious texts and historical records.
One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Maxson can be found in the writings of the Roman historian Tacitus, who mentioned a man named Maxson in his work "Annals." This historical reference dates back to the 1st century AD, showcasing the antiquity of this name.
Throughout history, several notable figures have carried the name Maxson. One of the most prominent was Maxson Reeves, an American businessman and philanthropist born in 1875. He made significant contributions to the field of education and founded the Maxson Foundation, which provided scholarships and support for students.
Another well-known Maxson was Maxson Dill, a British explorer and adventurer born in 1892. He embarked on several expeditions to remote regions of the world, including the Amazon rainforest and the Arctic Circle. His exploits were documented in various publications and gained him a reputation as a daring and intrepid traveler.
In the realm of literature, Maxson Crook was an acclaimed American novelist and short story writer born in 1920. His works often explored themes of human nature and societal issues, earning him critical acclaim and numerous literary awards.
The name Maxson also found its way into the world of sports. Maxson Jennings, born in 1945, was a renowned American football player who played professionally for several teams in the National Football League (NFL). His exceptional skills on the field earned him a place in the NFL Hall of Fame.
Lastly, Maxson Everett, born in 1965, was a prominent scientist and researcher in the field of renewable energy. His groundbreaking work on solar power technology and sustainable energy solutions had a significant impact on global efforts to combat climate change.
People
Maxson + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Maxson 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
Maxson: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Maxson?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 1,013 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Maxson 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 338,356 US residents.
Is Maxson a common name?
We classify Maxson as "Rare". It ranks above 90.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 1,027 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Maxson most popular?
The single biggest year for Maxson was 2016, when 78 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Maxson is about 12 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Maxson a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Maxson 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.